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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.

Quotes by year · 1974–20064,312 total · peak 1976 (2421)
1974: 882 quotes1975: 798 quotes1976: 2,421 quotes1977: 70 quotes1995: 8 quotes1996: 56 quotes1997: 26 quotes1998: 26 quotes1999: 2 quotes2000: 4 quotes2001: 1 quote2002: 3 quotes2003: 9 quotes2004: 2 quotes2006: 4 quotes
Jan 14, 1975

This new Commission will devote its full attention to assuring the safety as well as the reliability of this critically important source of energy.

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Jan 13, 1975

I believe the right to vote is the foundation of freedom and equality.

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Jan 13, 1975

We must not let his work die--that will be the highest tribute of all.

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Jan 8, 1975

When we discuss women's problems, we are talking about people's problems.

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Jan 8, 1975

I have the highest regard for him, for his intelligence, and for his total commitment to public service.

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Jan 8, 1975

There is increasing recognition of, and interest in, the contributions of women to the national life of this country in all its important aspects.

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Jan 8, 1975

By virtue of the authority vested in me by section 5317 of title 5 of the United States Code, as amended.

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Jan 8, 1975

I warmly welcome Elliot Richardson back into the service of our country and am confident that he will represent America with the highest distinction.

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Jan 8, 1975

You are often unsung, but in my book you will never be unappreciated.

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Jan 8, 1975

This order creates a National Commission to observe International Women's Year in 1975.

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Jan 8, 1975

I respect excellence, whether it is on the gridiron or otherwise.

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Jan 8, 1975

Elliot Richardson's record of public service is truly remarkable.

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Jan 8, 1975

You are the very perceptive leaders who can turn uncertain youngsters into winning adults.

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Jan 8, 1975

The Interagency Committee on Handicapped Employees shall be comprised of the following.

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Jan 8, 1975

Americans must now deal with those inequities that still linger as barriers to the full participation of women in our Nation's life.

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Jan 8, 1975

The Commission shall promote the national observance in the United States of International Women's Year.

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Jan 6, 1975

Sports are not only a preparation for life, their spirit is part of the very essence of the American competitive system.

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Jan 6, 1975

This is a time for greatness in our Nation and especially for enthusiasm.

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Jan 6, 1975

May I say to Bob Folsom, Billy Jones, Bill Keating, Ralph O'Brien, and Captain Ryan the very best to you for what you have done, the records you have made, and I wish you, along with the others, the very, very best.

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Jan 6, 1975

It was once said that many of Britain's battles were won on the playing fields of Eton.

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