TLS signed “Gerald R. Ford,” one page, 7 x 10.5, White House letterhead, April 25, 1975. Letter to Mayor Abraham Beame of New York City, in part: "I am a strong believer in the Federal system of shared sovereignty which protects freedom of action and promotes creativity at all levels of government. This Federal system was designed to enable all Americans to be served by that level of government closest to them and best able to act in the public interest. In 1972, we made an historic decision to support and advance our Federal system with the passage of General Revenue Sharing. I am proud to be one of the Members of the House and Senate who worked together to pass Revenue Sharing.
Since that time, I have had numerous meetings with State and local officials, who have told me that their number one priority in Federal programs was the continuation of General Revenue Sharing. In these discussions, I emphasized that I would be a strong advocate for reenactment of this essential program. Today, I sent to the Congress a message and a proposed bill which would continue General Revenue Sharing in substantially its present form for an additional 5-3/4 years.
In addition, I am proposing that Congress continue to increase the amount by $150 million each year…I am confident that you and the citizens you represent will benefit from this information and explanation of a program in which every American has a vital stake." The letter bears an autopen signature at the conclusion in black ink; it was subsequently later signed by Ford in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with staple holes to the upper left corner.
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