Jun
26
“Frankly, I find the obsequious attitude of some members of the White House staff toward Mr. Jackson’s attendants, and the fawning posture they would have the President of the United States adopt, more than a little embarrassing.
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It is also important to consider the precedent that would be set by such a letter. In today’s Post there were already reports that some youngsters were turning away from Mr. Jackson in favor of a newcomer who goes by the name “Prince,” and is apparently planning a Washington concert. Will he receive a Presidential letter? How will we decide which performers do and which do not?” Then associate White House counsel, now Supreme Court Justice, John Roberts on Michael Jackson and his relationship with the Reagan White House. (via mikemorrow)
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It is also important to consider the precedent that would be set by such a letter. In today’s Post there were already reports that some youngsters were turning away from Mr. Jackson in favor of a newcomer who goes by the name “Prince,” and is apparently planning a Washington concert. Will he receive a Presidential letter? How will we decide which performers do and which do not?” Then associate White House counsel, now Supreme Court Justice, John Roberts on Michael Jackson and his relationship with the Reagan White House. (via mikemorrow)
