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1986. to thurmond, i write to express my sincere opposition -- anyone who has used the power of his office as united states attorney to intimidate and chill the free exercise the ballot by citizens should not be elevated by our courts. used power of his office to intimidate and frighten elderly black voters, should not be rewarded with federal judgeship. i regret a longstanding agreement prevents me from appearing in person but have attached -- and request my statement as well as this letter be made part of the hearing record. do sincerely urge you to oppose