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Presidential Tapes Conference
February 17, 2003
Bill Doyle writer, presidential historian
Richard Reeves writer, reporter
Stanley Kutler professor emeritus, University of Wisconsin

A panel of presidential historians examines what the recordings of presidents between Roosevelt and Ford reveal about the essence of each man. Presidential taping systems, begun under Roosevelt and discontinued by Ford, have played a unique role in our country's history. Uncovered at the Watergate hearings, the tapes have been processed over time by the National Archives and Records Administration and now serve as a treasure trove for journalists and historians.

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01:06:37
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Tom Crouch
01:11:09
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Binding: Paperback, 800 pages
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