MARCH 1, 1973

Full News Archive

• Headline: GAO Investigates Nixon Campaign Funding. Impact: If Nixon hadn't received that secret $200,000, he might have actually had a chance to run a less scandal-ridden campaign. Instead, it led to Watergate, which ultimately made 'Nixon' synonymous with scandal for generations. Thanks, R L Vesco! You've immortalized the phrase ‘I am not a crook’ in the history books.. Fact: Did you know that $200,000 in 1970 is roughly equivalent to about $1.5 million today? Just think of all the illegal campaign ads that could have been funded with that cash!.
• Headline: Abolition of NYS Chief Judge Primary. Impact: Killing the primary for Chief Judge might have seemed like a quick fix, but it set a precedent for political maneuvering that still haunts us today. Next thing you know, we’ll be voting in secret rooms with curtains and smoke machines.. Fact: Did you know that most people can't even name the Chief Judge of their state? So, abolishing the primary was like trying to fix a leaky faucet by removing the sink..
• Headline: Exploring Impressionist Treasures on TV. Impact: The distribution of that film on impressionist art might have sparked a nationwide art appreciation movement— or at least a few more people pretending to understand what a ‘post-impressionist’ is at parties. Who knew the Soviets were such art dealers?. Fact: Did you know that impressionist paintings are worth more than most people's homes? Just imagine trying to hang a multi-million dollar piece next to your 'cat on a skateboard' painting!.
• Headline: Armed Indians Seize Wounded Knee, Hold Hostages. Impact: The armed takeover at Wounded Knee highlighted ongoing issues between the U.S. government and Native American tribes, leading to decades of protest, and, ironically, an increase in awareness of indigenous rights. So, thanks for the hostage crisis, I guess?. Fact: Did you know that Wounded Knee is also the site of a massacre in 1890? Sometimes history has a way of repeating itself in the most unfortunate of manners..
• Headline: Congress Is Asked to Clear Pipeline. Impact: Clearing the way for the trans-Alaska pipeline was like opening Pandora’s box, leading to environmental debates that still rage today. Who knew oil could lead to such heated arguments? Oh wait, everyone.. Fact: Did you know that the trans-Alaska pipeline is over 800 miles long? That’s like if you stretched your morning commute into a full road trip!.
• Headline: Former Top G.I. and 2 Others Plead Guilty in Kickback Case. Impact: The guilty pleas in the kickback case reveal systemic corruption that often goes unnoticed until it’s too late. This case opened the floodgates for future investigations, leading us down the rabbit hole of military spending scandals.. Fact: Did you know that the term 'kickback' originated from the mafia? Just goes to show that some people always find a way to keep it interesting, even in the military..
• Headline: Peace Seems to Reign In Tense Laotian Area. Impact: The cease-fire in Laos might have seemed peaceful, but it only set the stage for future conflicts. Sometimes, a ‘quiet’ moment is just the calm before the storm. Thanks for the false hope, world leaders!. Fact: Did you know that the Laotian Civil War was part of the larger context of the Vietnam War? So, if you thought escaping to Laos was a good idea, think again!.
• Headline: Reluctant F.B.I. Gave Aide Of Nixon Watergate Files. Impact: Reluctantly handing over Watergate files was like opening a can of worms that eventually led to Nixon’s resignation. It’s funny how a simple act of compliance can cascade into a political catastrophe.. Fact: Did you know that the Watergate scandal was so bad that it spawned a genre of political thrillers? Thanks, Nixon, for keeping Hollywood in business!.