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The Rehnquist Choice: The Untold Story of the Nixon Appointment That Redefined the Supreme Court Paperback - 2002
by John W. Dean
In 1971, Richard Nixon's nominee for the Supreme Court was little-known assistant attorney general William Rehnquist. Dean packs his behind-the-scenes tale with revelations, including Nixon's outrageous plan to pack the court by forcing resignations, and provides a look at the secretive governmental process that turned the nomination into a typical Nixonian roller coaster ride.
Summary
In 1971, William Rehnquist seemed the perfect choice to fill a seat on the United States Supreme Court. He was a young, well-polished lawyer who shared many of President Richard Nixon's philosophies and faced no major objections from the Senate. But in truth, the nomination was anything but straightforward. Now, for the first time, former White House counsel John Dean tells the improbable story of Rehnquist's appointment.
Dean weaves a gripping account packed with stunning new revelations: of a remarkable power play by Nixon to stack the court in his favor by forcing resignations; of Rehnquist himself, who played a role in the questionable ousting of Justice Abe Fortas; and of Nixon's failed impeachment attempt against William 0. Douglas. In his initial confirmation hearings, Rehnquist provided outrageous and unbelievable responses to questions about his controversial activities in the '50s and '60s -- yet he was confirmed with little opposition. It was only later, during his confirmation as Chief Justice, that his testimony would come under fire -- raising serious questions as to whether he had perjured himself
Using newly released tapes, his own papers, and documents unearthed from the National Archives, John Dean offers readers a place in the White House inner circle, providing an unprecedented look at a government process, and a stunning expose of the man who has influenced the United States Supreme Court for the last thirty years.
Dean weaves a gripping account packed with stunning new revelations: of a remarkable power play by Nixon to stack the court in his favor by forcing resignations; of Rehnquist himself, who played a role in the questionable ousting of Justice Abe Fortas; and of Nixon's failed impeachment attempt against William 0. Douglas. In his initial confirmation hearings, Rehnquist provided outrageous and unbelievable responses to questions about his controversial activities in the '50s and '60s -- yet he was confirmed with little opposition. It was only later, during his confirmation as Chief Justice, that his testimony would come under fire -- raising serious questions as to whether he had perjured himself
Using newly released tapes, his own papers, and documents unearthed from the National Archives, John Dean offers readers a place in the White House inner circle, providing an unprecedented look at a government process, and a stunning expose of the man who has influenced the United States Supreme Court for the last thirty years.
First line
THE HEART OF THE STORY of William Rehnquist's appointment to the Supreme Courts begins on September 17, 1071, and ends with an announcement on October 21, 1971.
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- Title The Rehnquist Choice: The Untold Story of the Nixon Appointment That Redefined the Supreme Court
- Author John W. Dean
- Binding Paperback
- Edition [ Edition: first
- Pages 352
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Free Press, New York, NY
- Date 2002-10-08
- Features Bibliography, Index, Table of Contents
- ISBN 9780743233200 / 0743233204
- Weight 1 lbs (0.45 kg)
- Dimensions 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.9 in (21.59 x 13.97 x 2.29 cm)
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- Chronological Period: 20th Century
- Library of Congress subjects United States, Judges - Selection and appointment - United
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2001040675
- Dewey Decimal Code 347.732
Media reviews
Garrett Epps
The Washington Post
Watergate buffs will find [The Rehnquist Choice] jolly nostalgic fun.
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