Letters, Jul. 1, 1974

Who's Behind Henry?

Sir / Like all miracles in human affairs, the Syria-Israel "miracle" [June 10] was the result of persistent, painstaking hard work. You report Henry Kissinger as pressuring the Israelis. Behind him was another man putting pressure on him.

Richard Nixon is blamed for the misdeeds of his appointees but gets no credit for their accomplishments.

A.H. JOHNSON

Albuquerque

Sir / Kissinger's achievements have, at last, justified the establishment of a new political office, which I sincerely hope the United Nations will consider: President of the planet earth.

MICHAEL NEMO

Hollywood

Sir /...

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