Gerald Ford actually said...

I think we have an excellent opportunity to pull the political surprise of the century and to come back and win.

Remarks Upon Departure for the Presidential Campaign Debate in Williamsburg, Virginia

10/21/1976

More Gerald Ford Quotes

I want you to know that I am thinking about my many, many good Michigan friends gathered in Detroit.

You have a fine Governor. Bill Milliken has done an outstanding job.

We face an uphill road, and we will make it through only if we all pull together.

It is tough, demanding work, but it is accomplishing our great goal.