Gerald Ford actually said...

I must request a supplemental authorization of $759 million for programs which are urgently needed.

The request is substantial, as it must be to provide what is necessary for our national security.

Congress has not thus far authorized $1.7 billion requested for new ship programs that are needed to strengthen our maritime capabilities.

Provisions such as Section 612 would add arbitrarily and unnecessarily to the tax burden of the American people.