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“Our peaceful borders and our peaceful history are important symbols, to be sure. What they symbolize, however, is the spirit of respect and restraint which allow us to cooperate, despite our differences, in way which help us both.”

Quote by Richard M. Nixon

Book:Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Richard M. Nixon, 1972

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Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Richard M. Nixon, 1972

This volume is part of the official series that collects and publishes the public writings, addresses, and remarks of United States presidents. It covers the year 1972, a period that includes President Nixon's historic visit to China, ongoing negotiations to end the Vietnam War, and his reelection campaign. The book presents materials such as executive orders, proclamations, press conferences, and messages to Congress, offering a primary-source record of the administration's policies and communications. more

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Richard M. Nixon

Richard Milhous Nixon (January 9, 1913 – April 22, 1994) was the 37th president of the United States, serving from 1969 to 1974. A Republican, he previously served as a U.S. representative and senator from California and as the 36th vice president under Dwight D. Eisenhower. Nixon is best known for his Cold War foreign policy, including the historic 1972 visit to China, détente with the Soviet Union, and the gradual withdrawal of U.S. troops from Vietnam. However, his presidency was overshadowed by the Watergate scandal, leading to his resignation—the only such case in U.S. history. His legacy remains complex, marked by significant diplomatic achievements and profound ethical failures. more

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