Gerald Ford actually said...

"I am returning today without my approval H.R. 12628, a bill which would provide what I consider an excessive increase and liberalization of veterans' education and training benefits."

"This assurance of steady and predictable support for public transit for the first time will enable localities to plan intelligently for their long-term needs."

"I believe the present entitlement of four academic years is sufficient time to permit a veteran to obtain his baccalaureate degree."

"The cost of these benefits to the Government in terms of revenue loss would be about $130 million."