Political Quotes

On the recordMay 21, 1976
I will make no threats I cannot carry out in full comprehension of the cost.
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Gerald Ford
Republican · Michigan

Editor's note · Context

Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session in Portland With Members of the World Affairs Council of Oregon.

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