Correspondence. Gordon has no serious objections to the general theme John proposes in his memo. However, through the "American Dream" part there may have to be fuller elaboration in future exchanges. The idea of the bi-centennial link strikes Gordon as sound. There must be special attention paid to the government. As the democratic ideal seems to be weakening in the political order, it seems to be progressing. The Old Blanshard foumulation is now in process of being reversed.