Nixon's First Watergate Speech - Part 2 of 9

The speaker initially believed denials of White House staff involvement in certain charges. However, new information suggested possible truth to these charges and efforts to conceal facts. Consequently, the speaker took responsibility for new inquiries, demanding full cooperation with investigations and resignations for non-compliance. The speaker emphasized the importance of uncovering the truth, regardless of who was involved.

What was the speaker's initial stance on the charges against the White House staff?

• The speaker was unsure about the charges.

• The speaker had no opinion on the charges.

• The speaker believed the charges were true.

• The speaker believed the denials were true.

What prompted the speaker to reconsider the initial stance on the charges?

• A change in public opinion.

• New information suggesting the charges might be true.

• Pressure from the media.

• A directive from the Senate committee.

What action did the speaker take after suspecting the charges might be true?

• Assumed responsibility for new inquiries.

• Ignored the new information.

• Resigned from the position.

• Denied any involvement in the matter.

What was the speaker's directive regarding cooperation with the investigations?

• To cooperate only if subpoenaed.

• To cooperate fully with the FBI and other investigators.

• To avoid any cooperation.

• To cooperate only with the media.

What was the speaker's ultimate goal in addressing the charges?

• To protect the White House staff.

• To delay the investigation process.

• To conceal the truth from the public.

• To ensure the truth was fully revealed.