A.B. Spellman comments on the pardon granted to President Richard Nixon

Subject:

Humanities

Institution Name:

WGBH

Collection:

WGBH Open Vault

Abstract:

'The Word' with commentary by professor and historian A.B. Spellman focuses on the pardon and immunity granted to President Richard M. Nixon, based on a plea of depression. Spellman compares this to the treatment given to African Americans facing time in jail.

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Primary Source

Media Format:

Text/HTML, Video

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