Seniors (Class of 2007)

College Prep American Government

All The President’s Men by Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward

          ISBN 0671894412

Beginning with the story of a simple burglary at the Democratic headquarters, Bernstein and Woodward follow the trail of conspiracy and dirty tricks that culminates in a president’s fall from power. Utilizing thorough and investigative reporting, this gripping true story reveals the levels of involvement of the executive office in the thirst for power.

As you read, consider the following:

a) the power and influence of the news media

b) the misuse of executive power

c) the impact of this event on the American people and their faith in the

American political system

Suggestions for enhancing your reading experience this summer:

· Be able to identify the key figures and their significance to the events

· Develop a chronology of events to assist recall

· Use outside resources like the internet, Chapter 8 in your Don’t Know Much About American History by Kenneth Davis from last summer

· Watch the movie All the President’s Men in addition to reading the book, not instead of reading

· Learn about the recent revelation of the identity of Deep Throat