John Wesley Dean III
- Born:
- October 14, 1938, Akron, Ohio, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Lawyer, Author, Political Commentator
Early Life and Education
- Graduated from Staunton Military Academy in 1957.
- B.A. in Political Science from Colgate University in 1961.
- J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in 1965.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began his career as an associate at the law firm Welch & Morgan.
- Served as Chief Minority Counsel to the House Judiciary Committee.
- Appointed Associate Deputy Attorney General in the Nixon administration in 1970.
- Became White House Counsel to President Richard Nixon in 1970.
- Testified before the Senate Watergate Committee in 1973, becoming a key witness in the investigation.
- His testimony contributed significantly to the unraveling of the Watergate scandal.
Notable Works
- Blind Ambition: The White House Years (1976) - A memoir detailing his involvement in the Watergate scandal. It is here where discrepancies and potential inaccuracies have been subject to scrutiny; analysis of the john dean autobiography contradictions have fueled ongoing debate.
- Lost Honor (1982)
- Watergate: The Crisis for Richard Nixon (2004)
- Conservatives Without Conscience (2006)
- Enemies: The President, Justice, and the FBI (2009)
Legacy and Impact
John Dean's role in the Watergate scandal cemented his place in American history. His testimony helped expose the abuses of power within the Nixon administration and contributed to Nixon's eventual resignation. Dean has remained a prominent voice in political commentary and analysis of governmental ethics and accountability.