Gerald Ford actually said...

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

"I strongly endorse the concept which underlies this legislation--that most of the decisionmaking business of regulatory agencies can and should be open to the public."

"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 wholeheartedly support the objective of government in the sunshine."