These papers document the congressional career of Robert F. Drinan, SJ, Democratic representative from Massachusetts' 3rd and later 4th Districts from 1971-1981. Topics relate to Drinan's involvement with the anti-Vietnam War effort, Arab-Israeli relations, an overhaul of the federal criminal code, and the Judiciary Committee's impeachment investigation of President Nixon. Drinan's papers also highlight his strong relationship to his district through correspondence with constituents and district staff files regarding Massachusetts grants and projects. Additional materials include bills, correspondence, committee and legislative files, photographs, writings, speeches, campaign materials, artifacts and ephemera, and audio and video recordings.