If you are the representative who received authority through a power of attorney, you can withdraw from representing a taxpayer. Franklin Pierce (November 23, 1804 – October 8, 1869) was the 14th president of the United States, serving from 1853 to 1857.If your application is not materially complete, it will be denied. Reasons Borrowers Apply for Borrower Defense Discharge. Volume 12 of a 12 volume collection of Franklin's works. Vol. Johnson initially sought to run for re-election; however, following disappointing results in the New Hampshire primary he withdrew his candidacy.