President Nixon directs the White House operator to place a call to Treasury Secretary John B. Connally. During the exchange, Nixon briefly reflects on the political effectiveness of his firm stance against his opposition, noting that he has successfully unsettled the liberals. The conversation serves as a preparatory step for further consultation with his administration on strategic policy matters.
On April 15, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:42 pm and 7:47 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-102 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 1-102
Date: April 15, 1971
Time: Unknown between 7:42 pm and 7:47 pm
Location: White House Telephone
The President talked with the White House operator.
Call to John B. ConnallyThis transcript was generated automatically by AI and has not been reviewed for accuracy. Do not cite this transcript as authoritative. Consult the Finding Aid above for verified information.