Quote by: Elliot Richardson

The vice president had a bargaining asset, however, that no ordinary person has: He was next in line to the presidency. I saw no chance that he would resign first, then take his chances on trial, conviction, and jail.


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Author Bio


  • NameElliot Richardson
  • DescriptionAmerican lawyer and politician
  • BornJuly 20, 1920
  • DiedDecember 31, 1999
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionJurist; Politician; Lawyer; Diplomat
  • AwardsPurple Heart; Presidential Medal Of Freedom; Four Freedoms Award - Freedom From Fear