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This article will examine the often forgotten policies of the disgraced Richard Nixon, as well as reflecting on the Watergate Scandal which brought about his demise.

The Invincible Quest is thorough, but falls short as literature. Its admirable defense of Richard Nixon is colored by the parallels between the book's author and subject.

Film has many important qualities but none may be greater then its ability to educate about the histories of the world.

Richard Nixon is surely best remembered for the Watergate scandal and subsequent resignation. There is certainly much more to his time in office than that, however.

The very popular London stage play by Peter Morgan gets a silver screen treatment, featuring the same leads, with Frank Langella as Nixon and Michael Sheen as Frost. 8/10

The 38th President of the United States passed away on Tuesday at the age of 93, making him the longest-living former president to date.

America's two most powerful legislators have both endorsed a formal inquiry into the controversial 'war on terror' policies of the Bush administration.

His two terms as chief executive came to a tragic end on August 9.1974, when he resigned in disgrace for his role in the cover-up of the Watergate political scandal.

The Golden Globes has nominated candidates for Best Drama: tThe Curious Case of Benjamin Button, The Reader, Frost/Nixon, Revolutionary Road and Slumdog Millionaire.

From Truman Capote to lesser-known authors, this list of narrative non-fiction stories will keep you absorbed and perhaps lead you to revisit the stories in the future.

Although Obama's visit to Cairo on June 4th, 2009 is scheduled to last no more than a few hours, extensive preparations are under way, transforming the face of those part

The Cat Ate My Gymsuit, by Paula Danzinger, features a protagonist who learns of the societal consequences for standing up for what she believes in.

As sex increasingly becomes a more prominent issue to be considered in the political age of today, this article looks back at the most (in)famous sex scandal of them all.

Frank Langella and Sam Rockwell give exceptional performances in Ron Howard-directed Frost/Nixon, based on Peter Morgan's play. 8/10.

Political corruption has been a problem since the first Europeans settled in America. From officials to politicians, laws are circumvented to obtain riches and/or power.

Birthday, anniversary, special occasion? Discover what other noteworthy occasions also took place on this day in history, May 9th.

Choose a summer movie blockbuster from this list of top DVDs to rent and make your next movie night more enjoyable and affordable.

Several weeks ago, The National Review published its list of "The Top 25 Conservative Movies." Where would Watchmen fit in that list?

Winning the presidency during the bicentennial year, Jimmy Carter introduced new directions in foreign policy that would ultimately contribute to his political demise.

The Boys on the Bus by Timothy Crouse shows the limitations of the media, while portraying the coverage of the 1972 U.S. presidential campaign from the reporters' eyes.

High voter turnout percentages in U.S. presidential elections since 1960 reflect deep concerns over domestic and foreign policy issues affecting peace and prosperity.

The history of the recipe name, Watergate Salad, remains a mystery, but the pistachio pudding salad or dessert is going strong.

Thirty-eighth president Gerald R. Ford and wife Betty were the parents of four children. Each child grew up to be a successful adult.

Historians and political scientists announced the Top 10 Mistakes of American Presidents. In all cases conflict, conceit, concealment or promiscuity are evident.

The term "the sixties" encompasses much more than just the days from January 1, 1960 to December 31, 1969 in modern American history.

Frost/Nixon opened the 46th season at the Vancouver Playhouse on Thursday night, and sadly, the production doesn't live up to the strength of the play.

The financial crisis has laid bare the pitfalls of modern capitalism. The current generation is dangerously close to losing forever a sense of values, of a moral code.

In 1974 President Richard Nixon and Senator Edward Kennedy nearly succeeded in legislating universal medical insurance for all Americans.

President Truman, now considered by many to have been a great President, was dogged throughout his time in office by low approval ratings and tough decisions.

For nearly one hundred years, U.S. Presidents have struggled with the complicated politics of health care reform and universal health insurance.

Many U.S. Presidential elections have turned on a single phrase or theme that resonated with the voting public. Some were calculated; others surprised even the winners.

Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich isn't the first governor to be impeached and face removal from office.

Spiro Agnew, the son of Greek immigrants, became known for his fiery, alliterative speeches in which he attacked political opponents of the Nixon administration.