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Lewis, Herb, fl. 1974 to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09613.02.3478.02 Author/Creator: Lewis, Herb, fl. 1974 Place Written: Sierra Madre, California Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 9 February 1974 Pagination: 1 p. ; 16 x 21.2 cm. Order a Copy

One letter from Herb Lewis to Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead dated February 9, 1974. Lewis supports the impeachment of President Nixon. Expresses frustration with Moorhead’s vote on subpoena. He writes, "Having noted with intent and alarm, your vote last week against the House's overwhelming endorsement of the House Judiciary Committee's investigation of a possible Nixon impeachment, I send you this indication of Mrs. Lewis' and my shame and embarrassment at your betrayal of your constituents."

Moorhead, Carlos J., 1922-2011
Nixon, Richard M. (Richard Milhous), 1913-1994
Lewis, Herb, fl. 1974

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