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Richard Nixon: Formulation of sound public policy requires that the President and his personal staff be able to communicate among…

On the recordJanuary 3, 1974
Formulation of sound public policy requires that the President and his personal staff be able to communicate among themselves in complete candor, and that their tentative judgements, their exploration of alternatives, and their frank comments on issues and personalities at home and abroad remain confidential.
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Richard Nixon
Republican · California

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Letter to the Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Presidential Campaign Activities Responding to Subpoenas Requiring...

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