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John F. Kennedy

“I do not…believe the Senate can always through its own powers prevent the passage of any treaty which contravenes the Constitution”

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“I do not…believe the Senate can always through its own powers prevent the passage of any treaty which contravenes the Constitution”

TLS, one page, 7.25 x 9.5, United States Senate letterhead, March 7, 1953. Letter to J. M. Powell, president of the Loyal Protective Life Insurance Company regarding the Bricker Resolution to the Constitution. In full, “Thank you for your recent letter in regard to the Bricker Resolution. This resolution is being studied by the Committee on the Judiciary. It is a most complicated subject and I do not expect to make up my mind definitely until the matter comes to the floor and I have read the committee reports and have heard the debate. In all fairness, however, I do not feel as I believe the Senate can always through its own powers prevent the passage of any treaty which contravenes the Constitution. I appreciate your sending me your views, and am enclosing a copy of an article by Mr. Arthur Krok, which I believe you will find interest.” Double matted and framed with an 8 x 10 photo of Kennedy and a small plaque, to an overall size of 20.75 x 14.5. In very fine condition, with expected mailing folds. LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #317 - Ended January 17, 2007