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The effects of the Watergate Scandal were many. The fact that Nixon had misused campaign money led to the passage of the Campaign Reform Act of 1974. The act put limits on campaign contributions and expenditures in presidential elections. In 1978 Congress allowed a court appointed special prosecutor that would aid the Attorney-General in certain investigations against the president and other high ranking executive officers. These special prosecutors can not be removed by the president or interfered with by either branch of government, Congress or the President. Only the Attorney-General can remove the special prosecutor for “supportable reasons.” Perhaps the most important legacy of the Watergate Scandal is the sense of erosion of public confidence in, not only the executive branch, but in virtually all institutions of government. The scandal became public around the end of the Vietnam War, a time when many Americans felt the government had misled them about the conduct and progress of the war. Watergate served to compound the growing mistrust of the president and Congress by the American public. Citizens have become more openly skeptical about the truthfulness and intentions of elected officials. More information from the site indicated below: www.angelfire.com/oh5/watergate/nixonwatergate.html
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When was Watergate complex created?
Us president Nixon was trying to get information about the democrat.
Why was the Watergate scandal called the Watergate scandal?
The break in took place at the Watergate Hotel in Washington, D.C.
What affect did the Watergate scandal have on the presidency and in the US?
Richard Nixon sent the country rolling with the Watergate Scandal. The country was still trying to recover from Vietnam War when this scandal came to the surface. The Watergate scandal was Richard Nixon trying to cheat the country into reelecting him into office.
Where did the watergate happen?
Watergate Office Complex Washington DC
What did the Watergate scandal affirm about the authority and limitations of the US president?
The president is held in check by the powers of Congress and the courts.
What was the long term damage to the US as a result of events such as the Vietnam War and Watergate?
The Vietnam Syndrome (a nation wide lack of confidence).
Which is the scandal that brought down US president Richard Nixon and which newspaper exposed it?
Watergate - it was exposed by the Washington Post
When was Watergate complex created?
Us president Nixon was trying to get information about the democrat.
Why was the Watergate scandal a turning point in politics in the US in the 1970's?
why was the watergate scandle a turning point in the politics of the usa
What us president was investigated by Watergate commit?
Richard Nixon
How was the Vietnam War affecting US society?
There became a wide spread DISTRUST of the government. "Watergate" was directly involved with the war, and "Watergate" added fuel to this distrust.
Did the Watergate Scandal show the best or the worst of the US government?
The best in US journalism and the worst in US government/politics.
Did the ford and carter presidencies fail to repair the damage done to the reputation of the presidency by the Watergate scandal?
The Ford and Carter presidencies failed to repair the damage done to the reputation of the presidency by the Watergate scandal because they pardoned NIxon. They decided to sweep it under the rug instead of correcting the wrongs Nixon done.
Why was the Watergate scandal called the Watergate scandal?
The break in took place at the Watergate Hotel in Washington, D.C.
How did president Nixon react to Watergate invention?
During the Watergate scandal, Nixon reacted to the investigations by delivering 3 separate speeches. Although his speeches were meant for damage control, the scandal ultimately cost him his reputation. He resigned in August of 1974.
What affect did the Watergate scandal have on the presidency and in the US?
Richard Nixon sent the country rolling with the Watergate Scandal. The country was still trying to recover from Vietnam War when this scandal came to the surface. The Watergate scandal was Richard Nixon trying to cheat the country into reelecting him into office.
What was the name of the scandal that led to the resignation of President Nixon?
It was called Watergate, after the hotel in Washington .
