Nine reasons why 2007 is the new 1974

Presidents in trouble

Both promoted the idea of an Imperial Presidency. Both were sinking in the polls. Richard Nixon was dealing with impeachment; George W. Bush has a vast majority of his people against his costly war in Iraq and dealings in his Justice Department.

On Aug. 9, 1974, Nixon quit.

NEWYORKER.COM: No blame, no shame

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	Presidents in trouble Both promoted the idea of an Imperial Presidency. Both were sinking in the polls. Richard Nixon was dealing with impeachment; George W. Bush has a vast majority of his people against his costly war in Iraq and dealings in his Justice Department. On Aug. 9, 1974, Nixon quit. NEWYORKER.COM: No blame, no shame (AP Photos)
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