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Which event directly preceded Richard Nixon's resignation during the Watergate scandal?
Which event directly preceded Richard Nixon's resignation during the Watergate scandal?
- The **Saturday Night Massacre**, where Nixon fired officials investigating him. (correct)
- The **NYC Fiscal crisis** intervention by the federal government.
- The publication of the Pentagon Papers by **Daniel Ellsberg**.
- The **Buckley v. Valeo** Supreme Court decision.
The actions of CREEP during the Watergate scandal primarily aimed to bolster the democratic process and ensure fair elections through meticulous oversight.
The actions of CREEP during the Watergate scandal primarily aimed to bolster the democratic process and ensure fair elections through meticulous oversight.
False (B)
Briefly describe how the publication of the Pentagon Papers contributed to a 'Crisis of Legitimacy'.
Briefly describe how the publication of the Pentagon Papers contributed to a 'Crisis of Legitimacy'.
The Pentagon Papers revealed government deception regarding the Vietnam War, eroding public trust in the government's honesty and transparency.
The investigation led by the ______ revealed unauthorized surveillance activities on U.S. citizens, further fueling distrust in government.
The investigation led by the ______ revealed unauthorized surveillance activities on U.S. citizens, further fueling distrust in government.
Match the following events/entities with their significance during the 'Crisis of Legitimacy':
Match the following events/entities with their significance during the 'Crisis of Legitimacy':
How did the Buckley v. Valeo Supreme Court decision impact campaign finance and potentially contribute to distrust in government?
How did the Buckley v. Valeo Supreme Court decision impact campaign finance and potentially contribute to distrust in government?
The NYC Fiscal crisis primarily affected the executive branch, with minimal impact on other levels of government.
The NYC Fiscal crisis primarily affected the executive branch, with minimal impact on other levels of government.
Explain how the Saturday Night Massacre demonstrated a potential abuse of power by President Nixon?
Explain how the Saturday Night Massacre demonstrated a potential abuse of power by President Nixon?
Which of the following best describes the primary goal of CREEP during the Watergate scandal?
Which of the following best describes the primary goal of CREEP during the Watergate scandal?
The shift in population and economic activity from the Rustbelt to the ______ contributed to changing political dynamics and priorities in the US.
The shift in population and economic activity from the Rustbelt to the ______ contributed to changing political dynamics and priorities in the US.
Flashcards
Watergate Scandal
Watergate Scandal
Scandal involving a break-in into Democratic offices during Nixon's presidency, revealed by Woodward and Bernstein. Triggered a 'Crisis of Legitimacy'. Illustrates abuse of power.
CREEP
CREEP
Committee to Re-Elect the President involved in the Watergate scandal, showing political corruption and contributing to distrust in government. CREEP engaged in illegal activities to ensure Nixon's re-election.
Saturday Night Massacre
Saturday Night Massacre
Nixon's firing of Archibald Cox and other officials during the Watergate investigation, seen as an abuse of power and obstruction of justice. It amplified public distrust in the government and Nixon's leadership.
Pentagon Papers
Pentagon Papers
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Church Committee
Church Committee
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Fall of Saigon
Fall of Saigon
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NYC Fiscal Crisis
NYC Fiscal Crisis
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Buckley v. Valeo (1976)
Buckley v. Valeo (1976)
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Study Notes
- The Watergate scandal significantly contributed to the "Crisis of Legitimacy" by exposing the disloyalty and unethical actions of President Richard Nixon and his administration.
- The Committee to Re-elect the President (CREEP), along with the CIA, broke into Democratic offices to gather information, highlighting the administration's willingness to undermine the democratic process.
- Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein's reporting on Watergate in the Washington Post brought the government's wrongdoings to public attention.
- The Saturday Night Massacre, where Nixon fired officials who tried to force him to release the Watergate tapes, further eroded public trust as it demonstrated his prioritization of personal interests over the country's welfare.
- Distrust in the government stemmed from the handling of the Vietnam War, as revealed by the Pentagon Papers leaked by Daniel Ellsberg.
- The Pentagon Papers exposed governmental mishandling and obscuring of facts regarding the Vietnam War.
- The Fall of Saigon, extensively covered by American media, underscored the US's failure in the Vietnam War and the heavy human cost, deepening public disillusionment.
- The NYC Fiscal Crisis showcased failures across different levels of government and exemplified distrust.
- The Church Committee investigated improper conduct, including failed assassination attempts on foreign leaders and the surveillance of US citizens.
- The Buckley v. Valeo (1976) decision and the rise of PACs led to increased intertwinement between government and business, raising concerns about corruption.
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