The Declaration is the Polaris of our political order--the fixed star of freedom.

I thank you for not only their contribution but for this thoughtful gift, and the American people are deeply appreciative.

I am delighted to see all these wonderful young children.

I am deeply grateful, as is Mrs. Ford, for this very thoughtful and symbolic gift.

the American people are deeply grateful, and this is a fine contribution for our Bicentennial.

Let us do so, as they did, with firm reliance on the protection of divine providence.

America still cares, that the torch in the Statue of Liberty still burns brightly.

Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness are cited as being among the most precious endowments of the Creator--but not the only ones.

The act of independence, the actual separation of colonies and Crown, took place 200 years ago today.

The great promise of the Declaration requires far more than the patriot sacrifices of the American Revolution.

Our progress can be measured not only by the extent of our knowledge but by increasing awareness of all that remains to be discovered.

There is nothing more American than saying, 'If you don't succeed, try, try again.'

The story of powered flight is an American saga.

Because this Nation is founded on the principle that all citizens share the same rights, what affects the rights of one affects the freedoms of all.

Allocation and price controls on heating oil, diesel fuel, and kerosene are being terminated.

There is no such thing as women's rights.

Your report will be taken with great care, the same care that you have taken in the preparation of it.

The Federal Energy Administration has concluded that supplies of middle distillate petroleum products are fully adequate to meet expected needs.

Our nation's birth was unprecedented as well.

These controls have limited competition, worked against the best interests of consumers, and hurt small business.

This beautiful new museum and its exciting exhibits of the mastery of air and space is a perfect birthday present from the American people to themselves.

Japan's construction of a new theater in the Kennedy Center emphasizes the dynamic cultural interchange.

Let me express to you, Mr. Prime Minister, the deep gratitude of the American people for this very, very generous gift.

What is clearly required is that we make better use of resources that are already available.

In this Bicentennial Year it is especially important that we seek to enhance the value of family, of community, and of cultural diversity.