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Howard Willens
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The Library presented its first public program of the fall season, featuring Howard Willens, former Warren Commission staff member and author of History Will Prove Us Right: Inside the Warren Commission Report on the Assassination of John F. Kennedy,published in 2013. Then-Congressman Gerald Ford was one of the seven members of the Commission, appointed by President Lyndon Johnson. Of the many books written about the Kennedy assassination, Willens' book is the only one written about the Commission by someone who was part of the three-person management team that supervised the largest criminal investigation ever conducted in the United States. His book is based on extensive personal journal entries made during the course of their investigation, and provides a unique perspective that illustrates the Commission's processes and deliberations. The program, which commemorated the 50th anniversary of the issuance of the Warren Commission Report on September 25, 1964, held a full house audience in rapt attention as Mr. Willens detailed the thoroughness of the Commission's work.
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President Ford’s Pardon of Richard M. Nixon: a 40-Year Retrospective
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Ken Gormley, Dean of Law at Duquesne University recounted the gripping story of President Fords unexpected pardon of Richard Nixon, revealing facts that are largely unknown to history. Sharing these facts, Gormley adds that, indeed, those who questioned President Fords decision may reevaluate that assessment. The program included clips of Benton Becker, who served as Special Counsel to President Ford and was personally sent by Ford to California to negotiate the terms of the Pardon with Richard Nixon. The evening also featured a special Tom Brokaw recollection piece about this dramatic moment in American history, and Gormleys own filmed interview with President Ford. This interview, occurring several years before Fords death, included the former president discussing his reasons for pardoning Nixon, knowing that it might cause him to lose the presidency in 1976. These dramatic events formed the subject of an informative and fascinating discussion.
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President Ford’s Pardon of Richard M. Nixon: a 40-Year Retrospective
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Ken Gormley, Dean of Law at Duquesne University recounted the gripping story of President Fords unexpected pardon of Richard Nixon, revealing facts that are largely unknown to history. Sharing these facts, Gormley adds that, indeed, those who questioned President Fords decision may reevaluate that assessment. The program included clips of Benton Becker, who served as Special Counsel to President Ford and was personally sent by Ford to California to negotiate the terms of the Pardon with Richard Nixon. The evening also featured a special Tom Brokaw recollection piece about this dramatic moment in American history, and Gormleys own filmed interview with President Ford. This interview, occurring several years before Fords death, included the former president discussing his reasons for pardoning Nixon, knowing that it might cause him to lose the presidency in 1976. These dramatic events formed the subject of an informative and fascinating discussion.
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President Ford’s Pardon of Richard M. Nixon: a 40-Year Retrospective
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Ken Gormley, Dean of Law at Duquesne University recounted the gripping story of President Fords unexpected pardon of Richard Nixon, revealing facts that are largely unknown to history. Sharing these facts, Gormley adds that, indeed, those who questioned President Fords decision may reevaluate that assessment. The program included clips of Benton Becker, who served as Special Counsel to President Ford and was personally sent by Ford to California to negotiate the terms of the Pardon with Richard Nixon. The evening also featured a special Tom Brokaw recollection piece about this dramatic moment in American history, and Gormleys own filmed interview with President Ford. This interview, occurring several years before Fords death, included the former president discussing his reasons for pardoning Nixon, knowing that it might cause him to lose the presidency in 1976. These dramatic events formed the subject of an informative and fascinating discussion.
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Creating a Culture of Excellence – Captain John Meier, Commanding Officer, USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78)
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In a wide-ranging presentation at the Library, Captain John Meier discussed many of the technical advances of the new Ford aircraft carrier and the more efficient interior design within the same hull as the Nimitz class carriers. The new ship will be able to launch aircraft more quickly while costing less to maintain, saving the Navy a projected $4 billion over the ship's 50-year life span. Captain Meier spoke with enthusiasm and pride about the ship and the very great challenge of selecting and building the crew. He stressed that in selecting the crew, the content of their personal character is key, adding that one can teach skills, but character is core. He uses his leadership philosophy to shape every aspect of the culture of life on board, viewing himself as a steward of Americas sons and daughters.
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Creating a Culture of Excellence – Captain John Meier, Commanding Officer, USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78)
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In a wide-ranging presentation at the Library, Captain John Meier discussed many of the technical advances of the new Ford aircraft carrier and the more efficient interior design within the same hull as the Nimitz class carriers. The new ship will be able to launch aircraft more quickly while costing less to maintain, saving the Navy a projected $4 billion over the ship's 50-year life span. Captain Meier spoke with enthusiasm and pride about the ship and the very great challenge of selecting and building the crew. He stressed that in selecting the crew, the content of their personal character is key, adding that one can teach skills, but character is core. He uses his leadership philosophy to shape every aspect of the culture of life on board, viewing himself as a steward of Americas sons and daughters.
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Creating a Culture of Excellence – Captain John Meier, Commanding Officer, USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78)
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In a wide-ranging presentation at the Library, Captain John Meier discussed many of the technical advances of the new Ford aircraft carrier and the more efficient interior design within the same hull as the Nimitz class carriers. The new ship will be able to launch aircraft more quickly while costing less to maintain, saving the Navy a projected $4 billion over the ship's 50-year life span. Captain Meier spoke with enthusiasm and pride about the ship and the very great challenge of selecting and building the crew. He stressed that in selecting the crew, the content of their personal character is key, adding that one can teach skills, but character is core. He uses his leadership philosophy to shape every aspect of the culture of life on board, viewing himself as a steward of Americas sons and daughters.
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Don Faber The Boy Governor: Stevens T. Mason and the Birth of Michigan Politics
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Ann Arbor historian and journalist Don Faber spoke at the Library about the historic accomplishments of Michigans first and youngest governor, as vividly depicted in his new book on the subject.
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Don Faber The Boy Governor: Stevens T. Mason and the Birth of Michigan Politics
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Ann Arbor historian and journalist Don Faber spoke at the Library about the historic accomplishments of Michigans first and youngest governor, as vividly depicted in his new book on the subject.
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Don Faber The Boy Governor: Stevens T. Mason and the Birth of Michigan Politics
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Ann Arbor historian and journalist Don Faber spoke at the Library about the historic accomplishments of Michigans first and youngest governor, as vividly depicted in his new book on the subject.