G Gordon Liddy John McCain
John McCain has been questioned about his relationship with G. Gordon Liddy, one of the conspirators behind the Watergate scandal. In October 2008, David Letterman confronted McCain about the friendship, asking if he "palled around" with terrorists.1 McCain said he was open about his relationship with Liddy, but that Barack Obama had tried to deny his relationship with Bill Ayers.1 McCain has appeared on Liddy's radio talk show, and Liddy has made contributions to McCain's campaigns.2
Fast Facts
- Liddy has his own radio show3
- Liddy heard Hitler on the radio and said, "He sent an electric current through my body"1
- Liddy has made four contributions to McCain, including $1,000 for his 2008 campaign2
Quotes
"I know Gordon Liddy. He paid his debt. He went to prison and paid his debt, as people do. I'm not in any way embarrassed to know Gordon Liddy." -- McCain, on Letterman's show1
"Well, you know, I'm proud of you. I'm proud of your family. I'm proud to know your son, Tom, who's a great and wonderful guy. And it's always a pleasure for me to come on your program, Gordon. And congratulations on your continued success and adherence to the principles and philosophies that keep our nation great." -- McCain, on Liddy's radio show3
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