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Dobrovir / White House Tape #24167

ABC Evening News for Wednesday, Dec 19, 1973
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(Studio) Ralph Nader lawyer William Dobrovir allegedly played White House tape at DC cocktail party
REPORTER: Howard K. Smith

(DC) Judge William Jones requests Dobrovir's version of report Dobrovir admits making foolish mistake. Jones signs protective order to keep another tape from being used for entertainment. [DOBROVIR - says he's pleased with court's decision, although actions were wrong.] [White House cnsl. Melvin LAIRD - thinks President has every right to be upset over such use of confidential materials.] Nixon's lawyers, Republican Senators and Representatives, special Watergate prosecutor's office all condemn Dobrovir's action. Nader has no comment.
REPORTER: David Schoumacher Artist: Freda Reiter

Reporter(s):
Schoumacher, David;
Smith, Howard K.
Duration:
00:02:00

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