Gerald Ford actually said...

"I commend the Congress both for its initiative and the general responsiveness of this legislation to the recommendations of my administration."

"It is simply premature and wasteful for the Federal government to engage in a massive demonstration program--such as that intended by the bill--before the required improvements in batteries for such v..."

"I urge the people of the United States to observe that week with appropriate ceremonies and activities in their schools and churches and in other suitable places."

"The legislation I am signing today accomplishes its legitimate objectives without excessive restrictions on industry and without the creation of superfluous new government agencies."