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Martha and the Break-in
- Martha Mitchell, wife of Nixon's Attorney General, learned about the Watergate burglar, James McCord, through a newspaper.
- She knew McCord, further fueling her suspicions and leading her to try and contact reporters.
Martha's Outcry and Discrediting
- After being silenced, Martha Mitchell spoke to reporter Helen Thomas, expressing concerns about "dirty things" and her husband's involvement.
- Nixon loyalists tried to discredit her, portraying her as an unreliable alcoholic.
Forgotten Figures
- Leon Neyfakh draws a parallel between Martha Mitchell's story and the brief rise and fall of Anthony Scaramucci.
- He highlights how seemingly insignificant stories can offer insights into larger political climates.