"You won't have Nixon to kick around anymore, because, gentlemen, this is my last press conference"
- Richard M. Nixon
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This quote by Richard M. Nixon was said during his last press conference as President of the United States in 1974. It is a warning to journalism that he will no longer be available for them to criticize and assault. Nixon was known for his confrontational relationship with the press, and this quote is a tip that he will no longer remain in workplace and therefore no longer a target for their criticism. It is likewise a suggestion that Nixon was a powerful figure in American politics and that his departure from office was a substantial event. The quote is a tip of the power of journalism and the importance of the function of the President in American politics. It is also a reminder of the importance of accountability and the requirement for the press to hold public figures accountable for their actions.
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