Benton Becker: The Pardon of Richard Nixon March 10, 2010

Attorney Benton Becker was a key advisor to President Ford in the pardon of Richard Nixon and the disposition of Nixon's papers and the famous tapes. Join us to hear Professor Becker upon the 35th anniversary of one of our most dramatic presidential transitions. A reception will follow the talk. Open Seating.
Although not a member of Gerald Ford's congressional or White House staff, Benton L. Becker played an integral role in some of the most important events of the US President's career, including the investigation of Associate Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas, Ford's confirmation as Vice President, the Nixon pardon, and the disposition of Nixon's papers. Mr. Becker served as an Adjunct Professor of constitutional law at University of Miami for many years. Professor Becker has a law practice in Florida.

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