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Post-Libby, Former Nixon Aide Details Why Presidents Pardon

KPBS | By KPBS Public Broadcasting
Published July 23, 2007 at 3:30 PM PDT
This story was published more than 18 years ago.

In the wake of the Scooter Libby commutation, we get an inside look at Presidential executive clemency actions. From Truman through Clinton, learn which presidents pardon -- and why.

In the wake of the Scooter Libby commutation, we get an inside look at Presidential executive clemency actions. From Truman through Clinton, learn which presidents pardon -- and why.

Guest

  • Alex Butterfield , deputy assistant to the president during the Nixon Administration.

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