Gerald Ford
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Gerald Rudolph Ford was the 38th President of the United States, serving from August 9, 1974, to January 20, 1977. A member of the Republican Party, Ford was born in Michigan and previously served as the U.S. House of Representatives member from 1949 to 1973. He also held the position of House Minority Leader from 1965 until he became President. Ford is particularly known for his efforts to heal the nation following the Watergate scandal and for his controversial decision to pardon former President Richard Nixon.
May 18, 1975
Consumers too often bear the costs of inefficient regulation in the form of either inadequate service or excessive cost.
May 18, 1975
We must begin at once a major and massive initiative to restore the vitality of this essential industry.
May 18, 1975
Removal of unnecessary and excessive regulatory constraints will enable this low-cost, energy-efficient form of transportation to operate more effectively.
May 18, 1975
America offers a last, best hope upon which they can build new lives.
May 18, 1975
America has been a refuge for victims of persecution, intolerance and privation from around the world.
May 17, 1975
We took some lickings but we came back strong, because the character of America is the foundation of our success.
May 17, 1975
My wish for you tonight was best said by one of my predecessors in the White House, and I quote: 'May the children of the stock of Abraham who dwell in this land continue to merit and enjoy the good will of [the] other inhabitants.'
May 17, 1975
I think we all recognize that we are blessed in countless ways in this great country.
May 17, 1975
I have the utmost faith in individuals in small groups, in what is necessary and essential to make America the kind of country that we all believe in.
May 17, 1975
I am deeply grateful for the many, many instances where Hugh has given me good counsel and fine support.
May 17, 1975
The execution of the order, or orders--that was easy, because I knew that we had great marines, great airmen, great seamen, great soldiers who would carry out those orders and do what was right for America and do it successfully.
May 17, 1975
There are very, very few public officials who have so successfully combined the serious duties of statesmanship with the good humor and the good grace which are Hugh Scott's trademarks.
May 15, 1975
And I have been greatly impressed with the long friendship between our peoples.
May 15, 1975
Let me say that it has been a great experience becoming well acquainted with you.
May 15, 1975
The strength of America's character comes from the fact that we all are a part of this great country.
May 15, 1975
I have been impressed, Your Majesty, with the friendship that you have long shown to our country.
May 14, 1975
What is abundantly clear, however, is the urgent need to assist those people who have been forced to flee from Indochina.
May 14, 1975
By its actions, this nation will play its proper role in influencing the course of world events to make a better world for all.
May 14, 1975
I AM transmitting today a bill to authorize Foreign Assistance programs for fiscal years 1976 and 1977 and for the transition period July 1, 1976 through September 30, 1976.
May 14, 1975
The National Heart and Lung Advisory Council has again prepared a thoughtful Report that addresses a number of important research policy questions.
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