Nixon's Resignation Speech Nixon's Resignation Speech August 8, 1974 Richard Milhous Nixon was the first United States president in history to resign from office.
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Nixon's Resignation Speech Nixon's Resignation Speech August 8, 1974 Richard Milhous Nixon was the first United States president in history to resign from office. The continuing Watergate scandal and the likelihood of impeachment prompted Nixon to resign, although he admitted to no wrongdoing. He was eventually pardoned for all possible crimes by his successor, President Gerald Ford. Good evening: This is the 37th time I have spoken to you from this office, where so many decisions have been made that shaped the history of this Nation. Each time I have done so to discuss with you some matter that I believe affected the national interest. In all the decisions I have made in my public life, I have always tried to do what was best for the nation. Throughout the long and difficult period of Watergate, I have felt it was my duty to persevere, to make every possible effort to complete the term of office to which you elected me.... In the past few days, howe...
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