The illegal activities of Richard Nixon's reelection campaign are particularly puzzling given
A) the assassination attempt on George Wallace.
B) Nixon's share of the popular vote in 1972.
C) the crushing defeat Democrats suffered in Congress.
D) Vice-President Agnew's insistence on a new era of "ethical politics."

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Nixon's involvement in illegal activities during his reelection campaign is puzzling because he won a large share of the popular vote in 1972, indicating he likely did not need to resort to such tactics to win.

The Illegal Activities of Richard Nixon's Reelection Campaign Are Particularly