How Did Richard Nixon Successfully Defend Himself Against the Accusation

question 15

Multiple Choice

How did Richard Nixon successfully defend himself against the accusation that he had accepted gifts from wealthy benefactors?

• A) He exploited America's appreciation of humility and family values through simultaneous television and radio broadcasts.
• B) He called for a press conference and alleged that the Democrats were "soft" on communism.
• C) He claimed that the matter was an issue of national security and refused to answer any questions pertaining to alleged wrongdoing.
• D) He chastised reporters by insisting that there were more crucial matters at hand, such as national security and Communist spies in America.

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