G. Gordon Liddy, born George Gordon Battle Liddy on November 30, 1930, was a significant figure in American political history, primarily known for his role in the [[Watergate]] scandal that led to the resignation of President [[Richard Nixon]]. Liddy began his career as an [[FBI]] agent in the 1950s after graduating from Fordham University. He later moved into politics, serving as a special assistant to the Secretary of the Treasury and on the campaign of Richard Nixon in 1968. # I'm a CREEP, I'm a liar In the early 1970s, Liddy became a part of the Committee to Re-elect the President (CRP), also known as Nixon's re-election campaign. It was in this capacity that he helped plan and execute the infamous break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters in the Watergate office complex in June 1972. The purpose of the break-in was to gather [[intelligence]] on Nixon's political rivals, but the burglars were caught, leading to a major political scandal. Liddy was convicted of conspiracy, burglary, and illegal wiretapping in 1973 for his role in the Watergate scandal and was sentenced to a 20-year prison term, but he served only four and a half years before his sentence was commuted by President Jimmy Carter. After his release from prison, Liddy became a popular and controversial figure in the media. He hosted a radio talk show, wrote several books, and even acted in TV shows and films. He was known for his staunch conservative views and his unapologetic attitude about his role in the Watergate scandal. Liddy passed away on March 30, 2021. His life and career remain a significant part of discussions about political ethics, abuse of power, and the Watergate scandal that reshaped American politics.