Letters, Jul. 29, 1974

The Press: Fair or Foul

Sir / Although a Nixon supporter, I can find no fault with your excellent cover story and essay on the American press [July 8].

HANS G. ENGEL, M.D.

San Fernando, Calif.

Sir / The defendant has sat in judgment on his case and found himself innocent. Now isn't that a surprise?

W. WENDELL HEILMAN

Poughkeepsie, N.Y.

Sir / The silver lining in Watergate has been the demonstration of the necessity for an investigative, and yes, aggressive press.

JAMES LEY JR.

Green Bay, Wis.

Sir / I would gladly vote for repeal of the press's First Amendment rights.

ERIC LYSS

Bodega Bay, Calif.

Sir / You seem to be appalled...

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