President Nixon and John N. Mitchell discuss political strategy regarding Republican primary opposition and the potential role of Nelson Rockefeller. The conversation focuses on securing a clear path for the President's reelection campaign by neutralizing potential internal rivals and managing party financial support. Nixon emphasizes the importance of consolidating influence within the party to ensure his program remains unchallenged throughout the campaign cycle.
On August 1, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and John N. Mitchell met in the Oval Office of the White House from 8:31 am to 8:37 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 758-004 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 758-4 Date: August 1, 1972 Time: 8:31 am - 8:37 am Location: Oval Office The President talked with John N. Mitchell. [See Conversation No. 28-27; three items have been withdrawn]
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