Gerald Ford actually said...

"It is a national paradox that at the same time public recognition and use of the humanities is increasing, the Nation's cultural institutions are finding it increasingly difficult to keep their doors ..."

"Subject to the provisions of section 1 of this order, and in the absence of any contrary delegation or direction by the Director, the Secretary of Commerce shall perform the functions set forth in sec..."

"I recognize that modified or substantially different proposals may more effectively meet the criteria of fairness, effectiveness and efficiency."

"I believe the answer to this question is unequivocally and categorically in the affirmative."