America Should Celebrate Nixon, Not the Washington Post

 In a recent article published by the American Conservative, Alan Pell Crawford reflects on the downfall of President Nixon and the role of the Washington Post, particularly through the lens of the Watergate scandal. He expresses nostalgia for the newspaper's past and its role in Nixon's resignation.

• Crawford recalls the historic day of Nixon's resignation on August 8, 1974, highlighting the Post’s significant role in this event.

• He encourages readers to rewatch the film "All the President's Men," suggesting it captures the essence of investigative journalism during Watergate.

• The article challenges Crawford's perspective, suggesting he may not have explored alternative viewpoints regarding Watergate’s portrayal.

• Books such as Jim Hougan's "Secret Agenda" and Geoff Shepard's writings argue that Nixon's downfall was not solely due to his actions but was influenced by the "deep state" and orchestrated efforts against him.

• Shepard details how the media, including Woodward and Bernstein, often failed to disclose crucial details, painting a potentially misleading picture of events.

• The piece argues that Nixon's removal had long-term negative consequences on U. S. foreign policy and diplomacy.

Crawford's nostalgia for the Post's role in Watergate overlooks broader implications of Nixon's removal and the motivations behind the media's portrayals, suggesting a need to rethink the legacy of this pivotal moment in American history. 

https://spectator.org/america-should-celebrate-nixon-not-the-washington-post/