interest of the american people concerning developments today and over the last few days. tonight at 9:00, eastern daylight time, the president of the united states will address the nation on radio and television from his oval office. >> as you probably can see behind us, we have a large number of people who have been standing by to watch the various television networks. most here out of curiosity and concern. >> only the cbs crew now is in this room during this -- only the crew. no, there will be no pictures. >> just a few moments. we have 40 seconds to go now. the president has taken his place at the table in the white house while where he is going to speak. >> good evening. this is the 37th time i have spoken to you from this office. where so many decisions have