Memo, Psychological Strategy Board

Date: January 7, 1953

Created By: Edward M. O'Connor

Original or Replica: Original

Era: The Presidency

Collection: Eisenhower Presidential Library

Citations: NSC Staff Papers, PSB Central Files Series, Box 26, PSB 383.4; NAID #12572003

This letter discusses the strong possibility that the decision regarding executive clemency may not be resolved before the end of President Truman’s term. As a result, the responsibility for making this decision is likely to transfer to President-elect Eisenhower once he assumes office.