Gerald Ford actually said...

I want to assure you that you will have my complete and wholehearted support as you take the oath of office this January.

Remarks on the Presidential Election Results and Telegram Congratulating President-elect Jimmy Carter on His Victory

11/02/1976

More Gerald Ford Quotes

I really haven't paid much attention to it.

I know it, and you know it.

I think we could do even better in the next 48 months, and I can do it with your help.

We have had one of the finest days that I have ever experienced in politics.