read the quotation from former president richard nixon in defense of his actions during the watergate scandal. Then answer the question that follows. [W]hen the president [breaks the law] that means that it is not illegal... President nixon resigned from office under threat of impeachment by the legislative branch. Which important American legal principle does this situation illustrate?
A)rule of law applies to even the most powerful people in the nation’s government.
B)the electoral process is an adequate check on the behavior of politicians.
C)checks and balances can be waived in emergencies but must be accounted for later.
D)the president must fulfill his or her responsibility to the people no matter the consequences.