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June 17, 1972 five men infiltrated the Democratic National Committee headquarters. With ties to the Committee to Re-Elect President Richard Nixon, a cover-up followed. It would lead to hearings and the impeachment of Nixon. Gerald R. Ford would assume the presidency and pardon Nixon. Grand Rapids’ Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum is exploring the legacy.

The 50th Anniversary of the Watergate Hotel break in is Friday. The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum is kicking off two-days of programming with Thursday evening’s keynote speaker focusing on leadership qualities.

Presidential historian and author H.W. Brands was guest of Grand Valley State University’s Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies.His presentation…