Quote by Gerald R. Ford

I once told you that I am not a saint, and I hope never to see the day that I cannot admit having made a mistake. So I will close with another confession. Frequently, along the tortuous road of recent months from this chamber to the Presidents House, I protested that I was my own man. Now I realize that I was wrong. I am your man, for it was your carefully weighed confirmation that changed my occupation. The truth is I am the peoples man, for you acted in their name, and I accepted and began my new and solemn trust with a promise to serve all the people and do the best that I can for America.

I once told you that I am not a saint, and I hope never to s

Summary

In this quote, the speaker, who was confirmed for a position, acknowledges that he is not perfect and is willing to admit his mistakes. He confesses that he previously claimed to be his own person, but now recognizes that he is, in fact, the people's representative. He acknowledges that it was the people who granted him this opportunity to serve, and he commits to serving them to the best of his ability. This quote highlights the speaker's humility and their dedication to being accountable to and serving the public.

By Gerald R. Ford

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