How we cite our quotes: (Sentence)
Quote #4
One other thing I should probably tell you, because if I don't they will probably be saying this about me, too. We did get something, a gift, after the election. (130-131)
This is the lead in to the famous line about the dog, and it's a smart one. Nixon opens with a joke about how his opponents will do anything to make him look bad, and then goes on to tell the heartwarming story of the only unsolicited contribution he had received—an adorable little puppy for his kids. That story seals the deal, because, puppies.
Quote #5
And I think you will agree with me—because, folks, remember, a man that's to be President of the United States, a man that is to be Vice President of the United States, must have the confidence of all the people. And that's why I'm doing what I'm doing, and that is why I suggest that Mr. Stevenson and Mr. Sparkman, if they are under attack, that should be what they are doing. (154-155)
Textbook Nixon move: he flips the accusations of "secret funds" back on to his opponents, and then calls for them to be as transparent as he's been "if" they're under attack.