Gerald Ford actually said...

I pledge to you that we are going to keep the Army, the Navy, the Air Force, and Marines number one during the next 4 years.

Remarks to Long Island Labor and Business Leaders in Hempstead, New York

10/30/1976

More Gerald Ford Quotes

We can deter aggression, we can maintain our national security, and we can keep the peace.

I have come here to say this year there's absolutely no reason to trade in a reliable Ford for a flashier model.

They ought to treat all citizens very equitably, very fairly.

I believe that's the only honest, responsible thing to do.