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When did Gerald Ford pardon Richard Nixon?
On September 8, 1974, Gerald Ford issued Proclamation 4311, which gave Richard Nixon a full and unconditional pardon for any crimes he might have committed against the United States while president.
How did people respond to Gerald Ford's pardon of Richard Nixon?
Gerald Ford's decision to pardon Richard Nixon was highly controversial. Critics derided the move and said a corrupt bargain had been struck between the men.

Question: Did Nixon say anything about the pardon?
Self-contained rewrite: Did Richard Nixon say anything about Gerald Ford's pardon?