Letter dated October 12, 1987, written by John Burton to the Ambassador of Iran, regarding alternative mediators to the United Nations for conflicts involving Iran.
Letter dated August 20, 1999, written by John Burton to the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation regarding his concern about their approach to holding a human rights conference.
Letter written by John Burton to the Editor of the Canberra Times, regarding Burton's view that the Australian government should be more transparent in its diplomacy.
Letter dated November 4, 1985, written by John Burton to the Editor of the Canberra Times, regarding a review of a story on the Australian Security Intelligence Organization.
Letter dated August 5, 1995, written by John Burton to the Editor of the American Prospect, regarding how the Prospect presents political and economic issues.