Letters, may 21, 1956

The Vice President

Sir:

Now that Nixon has stated he will accept the nomination for the vice-presidency, squeals of anguish are arising from the Democrats in anticipation of what they call Nixon's unfair and vicious campaign speeches. Yet little Harry has long boasted of his ability to "give 'em hell." In the months to come, he will no doubt go up and down the land doing just that—to the great delight of his party. It's all very puzzling. But perhaps it is more blessed to give than to receive.

LOUISE SPRING Long Beach, Calif.

Sir:...

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