LETTER, PRESIDENT RICHARD NIXON (JUNE 24, 1971)

1971. Very Good+. Contents Summary: By a vote of 254 to 158, the House rejected the Nedzi-Whalen Amendment that would have prohibited the use of funds to be used in Southeast Asia, particularly Vietnam, after the end of 1971. It was created by opponents of the Vietnam War who supported the reduction of the military budget and a timetable of American forces in Vietnam. Nixon states that these proposals jeopardize the progress of American withdrawal. Typed Typed Letter Signed 'RN' in black ink. One Page 6 ¾" x 8 7/8". Blind stamped of official seal 'THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON'. Dated: June 24, 1971. Slightly toned. Back stained from glue application. Very Good+. Dated: June 24, Letter in full: "June 24, 1971 Dear Roy: During consideration of the military procurement bill for the coming fiscal year, a number of amendments were proposed seeking to legislate a deadline for American involvement in Indochina. The debate centered on the Nedzi-Whalen amendment, which the House rejected June 17th by a vote of 254 to 158. This action by the House of Representatives helped materially to strengthen the efforts of this Administration to achieve a cease-fire, the release of American prisoners, and the negotiation of a just peace. I appreciate very much your vote and those cast by 253 of your colleagues. While we continue to reduce American forces in Indochina, various proposals may be advanced in Congress similar to Nedzi-Whalen. Their adoption would seriously jeopardize the progress we are making in ending American involvement in Vietnam and in achieving a just peace. I look forward to working with you in the months ahead so that together we might increase the chances not only of ending this war but also of ensuring that other Americans will not have to fight other wars in the future. Sincerely, RN Honorable Roy A. Taylor House of Representatives Washington, D.C.