David Ehrlichman was a prominent figure in the Nixon administration, serving as a top advisor to the President from 1969 to 1973. He was a key figure in the Watergate scandal, and was ultimately convicted of obstruction of justice and perjury. Ehrlichman was born in Tacoma, Washington in 1925. He attended the University of Washington, where he earned a degree in political science. After college, he worked as a lawyer in Seattle, and eventually became a partner in a law firm. In 1969, Ehrlichman was appointed as a top advisor to President Nixon. He was responsible for overseeing domestic policy, and was a key figure in the administration's efforts to combat the anti-war movement. He was also involved in the Watergate scandal, and was ultimately convicted of obstruction of justice and perjury. Ehrlichman was sentenced to 18 months in prison, but was released after serving only four months. After his release, he wrote a book about his experiences in the Nixon administration, titled "Witness to Power". He also wrote several other books, and worked as a consultant for various companies. David Ehrlichman was a controversial figure in American politics, but his legacy will always be remembered as a key figure in the Nixon administration and the Watergate scandal.