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29 October 1973

Peterson, David M., fl. 1973

Typed letter signed

Title: to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

One letter from David M. Peterson to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated October 29, 1973. Peterson supports the impeachment of President Nixon and writes, "Nixon has failed as a leader and no longer commands the respect of the American people." He also specifies that the public would be uncomfortable with any special prosecutor appointed by the President or the Attorney General, and insists Congress should appoint the special prosecutor.

GLC09613.02.1020

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