Washington Cover-Up by Clark R. Mollenhoff (Vintage 1963 Edition)

“Washington Cover-Up” is a non-fiction book written by Clark R. Mollenhoff. The book was originally published in 1972 and provides an insider’s look into the workings of the United States federal government and its bureaucracy. Mollenhoff was an investigative journalist who had previously won a Pulitzer Prize for his reporting on the Teapot Dome scandal in the 1920s.

In “Washington Cover-Up,” Mollenhoff exposes instances of corruption, unethical behavior, and abuse of power within the federal government. The book covers a range of topics, including political favoritism, conflicts of interest, and the influence of special interest groups on government decision-making. Mollenhoff argues that these issues are often covered up or ignored by government officials and the media, and that they pose a serious threat to the functioning of American democracy.

Overall, “Washington Cover-Up” is a critical examination of the inner workings of the federal government and the challenges that it faces in maintaining transparency and accountability. The book remains relevant today as a cautionary tale about the potential dangers of unchecked government power and the importance of a free and independent press in holding those in power accountable.