Reagan Renews Bork Campaign

President Reagan renewed his campaign for confirmation of Judge Robert H. Bork to the Supreme Court today, saying, “It is time to reassert that the fundamental purpose of our justice system is to find the truth, not to coddle criminals.”

Reagan made the statement as he met in Los Angeles with law enforcement officers, Administration officials and Illinois Gov. James R. Thompson, a former prosecutor. To the law enforcement officers, including Atty. Gen. Edwin Meese III, he said, “I am particularly pleased to have your view on a matter that will have continuing impact on law enforcement and criminal justice long after my Administration leaves office.”