Behind the Bastards Part Four: G. Gordon Liddy: The Fascist Behind Watergate
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Oct 12, 2023 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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Liddy's Violent Bullying Advice
- G. Gordon Liddy escalated his child's bullying problems by teaching them to respond with violence, inspired by Nazi school aggression myths.
- This method failed badly, antagonizing local teens and escalating neighborhood conflicts.
Liddy's Nazi Admiration Flaw
- Liddy's belief in Nazi organizations as models reflected pathological admiration despite their catastrophic failure.
- This illustrates how fascist ideology distorts threat assessment and strategic judgment.
Liddy's Clumsy Spy Attempts
- Liddy and partner Howard Hunt's spy operations quickly devolved into comedic failures like bungled break-ins and useless equipment.
- Their amateur antics highlight their lack of competence despite grandiose spy fantasies.