Deep Throat unknown to Big Mouth
Essay:The Secret That Didn't Reach Washington's Lips
By Sally Quinn
No. I did not know who Deep Throat was. And no. I never asked
my husband, Ben Bradlee. Why not? For several reasons. I have too much
pride, to begin with. I knew perfectly well Ben wouldn't tell me and I
didn't want to be refused. Secondly, I . . . how shall I say this? ...
have a big mouth. It would have been a huge responsibility to know.
It was also clear that if somebody else spilled the beans, fingers
would be pointed at me.
[Washington Post Staff Writer, Friday, June 3, 2005; Page C01]