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“America's leadership is essential. America's resources are vast. America's opportunities are unprecedented.”

Quote by Gerald R. Ford

Book:Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Gerald R. Ford, 1975

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Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Gerald R. Ford, 1975

The book offers a comprehensive look into the presidency of Gerald R. Ford, featuring his public statements, policy papers, and other official communications from his administration. more

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Gerald R. Ford served as the 38th President of the United States from 1974 to 1977. He was the only president to serve without a previous term as vice president. Before his presidency, Ford was a U.S. Representative and later the Vice President under Richard Nixon. His presidency was marked by the end of the Vietnam War and the aftermath of the Watergate scandal. more

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