Gerald Ford actually said...

It is a great honor and privilege for me to have the opportunity of saying a few words and then introducing to you the new Secretary of Commerce.

Remarks at the Swearing In of Elliot L. Richardson as Secretary of Commerce

02/01/1976

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There was no argument about the number one issue in this campaign: inflation and its crippling effect on our economy and on the lives of all...

I also congratulate the winners of both parties and extend my sympathy to those who lost.

You leave with the respect and admiration of all who were privileged to be your colleagues.

Your three decades at the Department of Justice represent the highest standards of both the Federal career service and appointive office.