Gerald Ford actually said...

The issue of integrity of government, I think, is settled as far as my candidacy is concerned.

I feel very deeply privileged on this occasion to act on behalf of all Americans in presenting that medal to one of the giants of our time.

This action will mean substantial cuts in many grant military aid programs of great importance to the United States.

I must oppose both the significant reductions and additions which have been made to my original budget proposals.