Gerald Ford actually said...

We reaffirmed the relationship of friendship and trust and confidence between the United States and the Federal Republic of Germany.

We reaffirmed our international pledges to avoid trade and payments restrictions which adversely affect other countries.

Only by working together can we overcome the current difficulties facing our economies and international economy.

I call upon all Americans to pray that day, each after his or her own manner and convictions, for Deity's blessing on our land and for peace...