Gerald Ford

I am today sending a comprehensive legislative program to the Congress.

I am also proposing removal of federal restrictions which currently prevent State and local governments from imposing certain airport taxes.

I have said, for example, that I am willing to compromise on a tax cut, and I repeat here this evening that I am willing and anxious to achieve some compromise in this area.

Today, more than ever in the past three decades, there are really three parties at each bargaining table.

It seems to me, as I travel around the country, Americans see delay, Americans see division, lack of concerted action, and they don't like it.

History has shown that only where there is free collective bargaining is there a free society.

Our American system of free collective bargaining is very uniquely deserving of this special honor it is receiving through the issuance of this stamp.

The American people, for example, want a tax cut now.

It is my strong belief and deep conviction that we ought to get to work.

Restraint on the growth of total Federal spending is essential if we are to avoid commitment to excessive growth of Federal spending and a resumption of inflationary pressures in the long run

I want to take this opportunity to express my personal appreciation for your dedicated service to our Nation and to my Administration.

While recommending temporary measures to help the economy and to provide greater assistance to the unemployed, I have sought, on an item-by-item basis, to eliminate non-essential spending and avoid commitment to excessive growth of Federal…

I accept your resignation as Deputy Attorney General, effective upon the appointment and qualification of your successor.

We must do a better job of persuading the Congress that our case is sound

I am sure I can count on you and your staff to not only defend but also to vigorously advocate the rescissions and deferrals I have proposed and will propose in the future

The reductions I have proposed are the result of careful study and assessment as part of my review of all Federal programs

The rescission bill passed by the 93rd Congress last December did not support rescission of more than $540 million of budget authority

Your devotion to the proper administration of justice throughout our land has earned the gratitude of all your fellow citizens and my own deep respect.

They have staunchly defended the very principles on which our nation was founded.

America's black newspapers have championed the cause of equal opportunity and justice.

I know that I am joined by countless fellow citizens during this observance in giving special recognition to the crucial role of the black press.

Regulatory reform is critical if we are to reduce the rate of inflation which inflicts the Nation.

I am determined to reach the goal of a 40 percent improvement by 1979 in the energy efficiency of new cars sold in this country.

I pledge to you now that I will be in the middle of the 1976 campaign.

The United States desperately needs its railroads to transport the vast quantity of goods in a fuel-efficient manner necessary for our economy to survive and to prosper.