Letter from Alfred C. Hexter to President Johnson, 9/31/64

2 10 ph-1(a) 84 D.158/19 7/31/64 Pap Alfred Hexter 58 Arlington Avenue Berkeley 7, California Dear Mr. Johnson As a Republican who was dispusted by the proceedings in San Francisco, I hope the Democratic ticket is the strongest possible. I am distressed that you have "ruled out members of your cabinet as possible nominees for Vice-president Mr, McNamara is the introngest possible candidate for Vice-president. While not a politician, he has demonstrated ability to deal with the problems of the Presidency, and has the confidence of business, Many Republicans like myself would be greatly reassured it his name were on the ticket, Please don't push away these votes by nominating a person who is "too liberal yours sincerely a Healer Affred C.Hexter