Gerald Ford actually said...

She is first of all a symbol of the United States, of our immense resources in materials and skilled manpower.

Remarks at the U.S.S. Nimitz Commissioning Ceremony in Norfolk, Virginia.

05/02/1975

More Gerald Ford Quotes

I am not going to pass judgment on whether it is permitted or authorized under international law.

I was more anxious to heal the Nation--that was the top priority.

I decided that we could not afford in America an extended period of continued turmoil.

Without any question, without any reservation.