Goodman on Richard Nixon
Just who or what is Goodman that she is not happy with the fate of Nixon, and refuses to admit him into her circle of elder statesmen? I am not one of those die-hard Nixon fans, but here are some thoughts on him: This man was the leader, and most powerful member, of the most powerful nation on earth, the only planet we’ve got. He left in disgrace, hounded even by those who had tried to remain loyal. For more time than 42 million Americans have been alive he has been regarded as a national embarrassment, a virtual pariah. I’d like to know what, in the name of reality, does Goodman want?
Would she be satisfied if he bared his abdomen on TV and drew blood on camera? Good grief, Ellen, get normal. How much suffering do you require?
JOHN DEGATINA
Los Angeles
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