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Behind the Bastards

Part Four: G. Gordon Liddy: The Fascist Behind Watergate

Oct 12, 2023
01:34:10
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G. Gordon Liddy, who managed a dirty tricks campaign during Watergate, is the guest. The podcast covers topics like Liddy's proposal for a new investigations unit named Odessa, his failed break-in attempt, his role in Watergate, and his motivations and tactical errors. It also discusses Liddy's admiration for war criminals and his controversial suggestions.
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Quick takeaways

  • Gordon Liddy's involvement in the Watergate scandal was fueled by Nixon's paranoia and led to the formation of an illegal dirty tricks section in his campaign.
  • Despite his questionable judgment, bizarre behavior, and extreme beliefs, Liddy displayed unwavering loyalty and courage by refusing to testify and roll on his fellow conspirators.

Deep dives

Gordon Liddy and Howard Hunt fail in a mission to discredit Daniel Ellsberg

Gordon Liddy and Howard Hunt try to steal Ellsberg's therapist files, but the photos they take are blurry and they find nothing incriminating.

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