March 14, 1978
Richard P. Ford
Room 8915, Huber House
South Quad
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MIĀ 48109
Dear Mr. Ford:
Thank you for your letter. I am glad that you found my philosophy helpful and that it has put you on the right road, if I judge by your letter.
I realize that you are an individual in your own right, not merely āGerald Fordās nephew,ā but I cannot resist the temptation to tell you that I like your uncle very much, even though I do not agree with all of his policies. I hope he will run in the next presidential electionāI would be happy to vote for him again.
Wishing you success in your profession and your philosophical development.
Cordially,
Ayn Rand
AR/bw