Apr 1, 1976
The issue of integrity of government, I think, is settled as far as my candidacy is concerned.
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.
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Mar 31, 1976
I feel very deeply privileged on this occasion to act on behalf of all Americans in presenting that medal to one of the giants of our time.
Mar 28, 1976
I must oppose both the significant reductions and additions which have been made to my original budget proposals.
Mar 28, 1976
This action will mean substantial cuts in many grant military aid programs of great importance to the United States.
Mar 23, 1976
I will submit to the Congress a message and a budget supplement, so that this money will be available, and available as promptly as possible.
Mar 23, 1976
It reaffirms our commitment to the principles of self-determination, and it honors the freely expressed wishes of the peoples of these islands for the political union with the United States.
Mar 23, 1976
The decision to approve the covenant was not taken lightly by either the people of the Northern Mariana Islands or by the Congress of the United States.
Mar 23, 1976
The reaction to the shot, I am told, may mean a few sore arms for a day or two--a very small price to pay for this vital protection.
Mar 23, 1976
It is now down very significantly, and the news we got last Friday showed that the increase in the cost of living for the month of February was the lowest in 4 years.
Mar 23, 1976
It is a significant step in carrying out our obligations under the United Nations Trusteeship Agreement.
Mar 21, 1976
I urge Congressional approval of the proposed budget increases in the National Science Foundation.
Mar 21, 1976
I also urge the Congress to pass legislation to establish an Office of Science and Technology Policy in the Executive Office of the President.
Mar 21, 1976
For the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare alone my Budget requests over $2.2 billion to pursue new scientific opportunities relating to cancer, heart and lung disease, arthritis, diabetes, and behavioral disturbances.
Mar 21, 1976
I am most grateful for being included with the father of our country on this silver medallion.
Mar 21, 1976
I have submitted legislation to establish an Office of Science and Technology Policy in the Executive Office of the President.
Mar 21, 1976
It is no exaggeration to say that the future well-being of our Nation depends on putting our best minds to work now to solve the problems of tomorrow.
Mar 21, 1976
The private sector can perform a creative role by contributing its talents and resources.
Mar 21, 1976
On the whole, I believe this report will show an encouraging start has been made in assisting the Indochina refugee to participate fully in American life.
Mar 21, 1976
Concern for the handicapped should not be limited to the Federal Government.
Mar 21, 1976
My 1977 Budget gives special attention to research and development for energy and defense and to basic research.
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