Gerald Ford actually said...

As Americans, we all have a very solemn opportunity and duty to preserve, to protect, and to defend the liberties which are our American birthright.

Remarks at the Freedom Foundation Dinner in Atlanta

04/22/1976

More Gerald Ford Quotes

I think the American people are more knowledgeable, more sophisticated.

I decided a long time ago... that the principal responsibility I had was that of being President of the United States.

I would hope that the automobile manufacturers would take that into consideration.

But I believe the United States must now make a major effort because it is the right thing to do.