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By Thomas C. Hudnut ’69
Published online January 12, 2021
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In Response to: Alumni Voices Weigh in as Nation Grapples With Capitol Mob

Move over, Aaron Burr Jr. — you’ve got company! Ted Cruz ’92 has joined you. Together you are our most ignoble alumni. 

Thomas C. Hudnut ’69
Los Angeles, Calif.

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