The Jewish Agency – American Section disclosed today that It had sent a letter to President-elect Richard M. Nixon, congratulating him on his election and promising full cooperation. The letter was signed for the agency by Dr. Emanuel Neumann, its chairman. “It is our ardent hope and prayer that your Administration of that exalted office may be crowned with success for the good of our blessed country and all its inhabitants, and the peace and welfare of all mankind,” the letter declared. “Together with all elements of the American Jewish community, we shall be happy to offer our full cooperation to you and the members of your Administration in the fulfillment of America’s noblest purposes.”
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