Historian A: John Williams – Economic Perspective "John Williams argues that Watergate was primarily a result of political and economic corruption. He suggests that Nixon’s administration was involved in financial misconduct to sustain their power, and that Watergate was a symptom of wider systemic issues in American political finance. Williams emphasizes the role of economic motives behind the cover-up and the scandal's impact on trust in government. His view highlights corruption driven by economic interests as central to understanding Watergate."

Historian B: Lisa Carter – Social Perspective "Lisa Carter contends that Watergate reflected broader social tensions, including distrust in government stemming from civil rights struggles, the Vietnam War, and the counterculture movement. She argues that Watergate was not just about corruption but also about societal disillusionment with political authority. Carter emphasizes the scandal’s role in shaping public perceptions of government accountability and transparency, viewing it as a social crisis that exposed the divide between government elites and ordinary citizens."