Category Archives: Congress

Herman Perry’s Letter to Richard Nixon

Posted on September 29, 2008 by admin

Sixty-three years ago today, businessman Herman Perry wrote a letter to Richard Nixon asking him if he was interested in running for a seat in the House of Representatives. At the time, incumbent Democrat Jerry Voorhis was representing the 12th … Continue reading →

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OK — My Bad — But I Get To Keep My Job

Posted on September 10, 2008 by admin

“I really don’t believe making mistakes means you have to give up your career,” Representative Charles B. Rangel said at a news conference in Washington on Wednesday. Already dealing with the backdraft from several other scandals, eternal Harlem Congressman and immensely … Continue reading →

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