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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.

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Apr 1, 1976

The issue of integrity of government, I think, is settled as far as my candidacy is concerned.

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Apr 1, 1976

We are going to protect the financial integrity and security of that trust fund for the benefit of our older citizens.

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Apr 1, 1976

The one that has worried me the most ... is the way that the OSHA law has been implemented.

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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.

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Mar 28, 1976

This action will mean substantial cuts in many grant military aid programs of great importance to the United States.

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Mar 28, 1976

I must oppose both the significant reductions and additions which have been made to my original budget proposals.

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Mar 23, 1976

We expect to go to Kansas City, and we expect to be nominated.

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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.

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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.

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Mar 23, 1976

It is a significant step in carrying out our obligations under the United Nations Trusteeship Agreement.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Mar 21, 1976

I am most grateful for being included with the father of our country on this silver medallion.

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Mar 21, 1976

I urge Congressional approval of the proposed budget increases in the National Science Foundation.

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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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Mar 21, 1976

Concern for the handicapped should not be limited to the Federal Government.

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Mar 21, 1976

The private sector can perform a creative role by contributing its talents and resources.

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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.

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Mar 21, 1976

I expect the Foundation to continue this valuable contribution.

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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.

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