The Watergate Affair

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The Justice System of the United States was founded on more historical terms. The Watergate was something that should've been expected, especially when Nixon was known for erratic and sometimes paranoid behaviors; which was proven by his “Checkers” speech. The Watergate affair was referred to because of multiple 1972 break-ins and electronic buggings. Within Nixon's administration officials, financial contributors and campaign officers more than 30 either pleaded guilty or were found guilty for breaking this law. During the 70’s the country was more concerned about our suspicious involvement in Southeast Asia and how administrators were going to get themselves out from the disaster. The press, however, were willing to examine and cross-examine.

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