Linda Tripp

“This was about exposing a gross abuse of power.”

“The public has a right to know that their president is a serial philanderer.”

“I am not a public person. I am a private citizen who has led a private life.”

“It was worth it to me to do what I consider the right thing.”

“Yes, I was aware that I was breaking the law. It was a calculated risk.”

“I'm you. I'm just like you.”

“It was a betrayal of the highest order, but it was not a betrayal of a friend. It was a betrayal of a nation.”

“My only regret is that I didn't have the courage to do it sooner.”

“I was faced with a moral dilemma... Do I protect my friend, or do I protect the presidency?”

“I felt it was my patriotic duty to expose the truth.”

“I was vilified. It was a terrifying experience.”