Narrator: A lifetime in government prepared him. He accepted the job
of President humbly, but with confidence. In those troubled
times he spoke plainly and to the point.
Gerald Ford: I believe that truth is the glue that holds government together.
Not only our government, but civilization itself.
Narrator: Now as leader of a steady and open administration,
he speaks plainly once more.
Gerald Ford: We must be more honest with the American people,
promising no more than we can deliver and delivering all that we promise.
Narrator: His firm common sense leadership is bringing the results that he promised.
Under President Ford, recovery is underway. Under President Ford there is a new
trust in government. Under President Ford, America is on a steady course.