Turning Down The Opportunity To Be Chief Justice

Not everyone wants this desirable job...

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In 1968, President Nixon offered the job of Chief Justice to what politician? He turned it down, saying he was too old.

Hint: This New Yorker was used to not getting the job he wanted — he was the Republican nominee for president twice (once with running mate Earl Warren) but never took up residence in the White House.

See the answer on the next page.

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