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Quote by John Ehrlichman

“Look, we understood we couldn't make it illegal to be young or poor or black in the United States, but we could criminalize their common pleasure. We understood that drugs were not the health problem we were making them out to be, but it was such a perfect issue for the Nixon White House that we couldn't resist it.”

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John Ehrlichman

John Ehrlichman (March 20, 1925 – February 14, 1999) was an American lawyer and political figure who served as Counsel to President Richard Nixon. He is best known for his central role in the Watergate scandal, which led to Nixon's resignation. Born in Tacoma, Washington, Ehrlichman studied at UCLA and Stanford Law School. He worked as a lawyer before joining Nixon's campaign team. As Domestic Affairs Advisor, he was involved in the cover-up of the Watergate break-in. After being convicted of conspiracy, obstruction of justice, and perjury, he served 18 months in prison. Following his release, he became an author and speaker, writing books including 'Witness to Power.' His life reflects the complexities of power, ethics, and law in American politics. more

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