"One thing I congratulate everyone on is the great explosion which has occurred in Washington's Black House and the very important scandal which has gripped leaders of America"
- Ayatollah Khomeini
About this Quote
Ayatollah Khomeini's quote is a reference to the Watergate detraction that happened in the early 1970s. The detraction involved a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters located in the Watergate complicated in Washington, D.C. The burglary was managed by members of President Richard Nixon's administration and belonged to a bigger effort to hide prohibited activities. Khomeini's quote is an ironical talk about the rumor as well as the resulting "surge" of information that was uncovered. He is congratulating the American people for uncovering the fact and holding their leaders accountable. The detraction ultimately caused Nixon's resignation and also the conviction of numerous of his aides. Khomeini's quote is a reminder of the power of individuals to hold their leaders responsible and to demand justice.
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