Gerald Ford actually said...

"I am resubmitting the Financial Institutions Act, with the assurance that the many months of debate and consideration have brought all of us nearer to basic agreement on this important reform."

"I accept your resignation as Chairman of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, effective today."

"These programs requiring the Government to borrow in the capital markets have contributed to the problem by adding to upward pressure on interest rates."

"You have established a record of accomplishment in which you can take pride."