Gerald Ford actually said...

"I am gratified that the Congress could act promptly prior to its Easter recess on a matter of great importance to every citizen."

"The provisions for preventive health activities and summer youth employment programs are identical to my request."

"This is a measure of the importance that we attach to the growing relationship with the People's Republic of China."

"I do hereby urge the people of the United States to honor our American merchant marine on May 22, 1976, by displaying the flag of the United States at their homes and other suitable places."