Bull, Stephen B.
Stephen B. Bull served in the Nixon administration from its inception, initially working as a Staff Assistant to the President from January 1969 to February 1973. In February 1973, following the departure of Dwight L. Chapin, Bull was promoted to Special Assistant to the President and Appointments Secretary, a role he held until Nixon's resignation in August 1974. During the White House taping period (February 1971 – July 1973), Bull managed the President's daily schedule and appointments, and in March 1973, he assumed Alexander Butterfield's responsibility for overseeing the secret White House taping system.
What Bull talks about on the tapes
Presidential scheduling 748Presidential schedule 606White House operations 457White House administration 412Public relations 344White House logistics 335Vietnam War 243Henry Kissinger 240Scheduling 231Logistics 227Foreign Policy 190H. R. Haldeman 172
Conversations (3,174)
— Page 19 of 32President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, Henry Kissinger, and other staff to discuss the messaging for upcoming speeches, particularly regarding international narcotics control and the administration's broader foreign policy achievements. The participants reviewed the status of Vietnam peace negotiations, the implications of Watergate-related news coverage, and the political necessity of contrasting Nixon's record against George McGovern's platform. Furthermore, Nixon and Kissinger strategized on diplomatic maneuvers concerning the Middle East, specifically addressing Israeli military actions in Lebanon and the need to maintain strong U.S. influence in international affairs.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Manolo Sanchez to coordinate logistical details and daily schedules for the First Family and White House staff. The discussion centered on the specific agendas of Pat Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox, and Julie Eisenhower, alongside a request regarding Charles Colson’s availability. These arrangements focused on managing lunch appointments and personal itineraries for the President’s inner circle.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to conduct a brief review of his upcoming official schedule. The discussion focused on managing the President's calendar and logistical arrangements for his departure later that afternoon. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this short administrative check-in.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to coordinate the security and public messaging surrounding upcoming secret negotiations with North Vietnamese officials. They discussed the timing of these meetings in relation to Nixon's IMF speech and his re-election campaign, while also considering how to manage media inquiries and leaks regarding these diplomatic efforts. The pair consulted with Stephen B. Bull regarding the President's schedule to ensure these sensitive discussions remained prioritized and secure.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical arrangements for an upcoming trip to Los Angeles. The discussion focused on managing press interactions and synchronizing plans with H.R. Haldeman. Bull was tasked with facilitating travel requirements and communication protocols for the President's departure.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discussed political messaging and campaign strategy for the 1972 election, focusing on how to appeal to suburban voters and the Italian-American community by emphasizing values like hard work, family, and religion. They also reviewed agricultural messaging, with Nixon instructing Haldeman to have Earl Butz aggressively defend the administration's grain deals and attack George McGovern's policies. Finally, the President directed a shift in campaign optics, specifically requesting a reduction in public appearances with Black individuals to better align with the administration's political base.
President Nixon met with Ronald Ziegler and Stephen B. Bull to coordinate a Rose Garden event involving Miss America winners Terry Ann Meeuwson and Laurie Lee Schaefer. The discussion focused on the logistics of the contestants' tour, the management of their appearance, and the involvement of their chaperones. The meeting served to finalize details for the President’s scheduled interaction with the titleholders.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review logistical arrangements for upcoming presidential photo opportunities, including meetings with Representatives David N. Henderson and William M. Colmer. The discussion focused on addressing overcrowding and spatial concerns encountered during recent events, such as the Italian Fall Festival. Bull was tasked with managing these logistical challenges to ensure more efficient management of future photograph sessions.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the President's upcoming daily schedule. The discussion centered on appointments with Representative William M. Colmer and two retired admirals, Walter M. Enger and George Ryder. Bull finalized the details for these meetings before departing the Oval Office.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review and organize his daily schedule. The discussion focused on coordinating a bill-signing session, a briefing on environmental issues with John C. Whitaker, and a photo opportunity with Republican women surrogates. The primary objective of the meeting was to ensure the President was prepared to execute these administrative and public relations tasks.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull coordinated logistics for an upcoming appearance involving Republican women surrogates in the Roosevelt Room. The discussion focused on the distribution of pins for the attendees and arrangements for individual photograph sessions with White House photographer Ollie Atkins. These planning details served to manage the President’s public relations schedule for the event.
President Nixon met with Alexander Butterfield and Stephen Bull to coordinate logistics for an upcoming congressional leaders breakfast. The participants discussed the guest list, specifically determining that Henry Kissinger should lead the discussion on military appropriations. Additionally, they evaluated the suitability of the Oval Office versus the Executive Office Building for future meetings based on scheduling and the atmosphere for the President's upcoming appointments.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate administrative logistics regarding Henry A. Kissinger’s upcoming schedule. The conversation focused on the precision of travel arrangements and the necessity of maintaining operational security for Kissinger's movements. No further major policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
President Nixon met with Charles W. Colson to refine campaign strategies for the 1972 election, focusing heavily on shifting public attention toward issues that disadvantaged Democratic challenger George McGovern. They discussed exploiting McGovern’s positions on grain exports and wage controls, while also coordinating labor outreach through figures like George Meany. Additionally, they assessed the political fallout of the ongoing Watergate investigation, with Nixon expressing a desire to maintain distance from the controversy and manage public perception via friendly media channels.
President Nixon met with John Ehrlichman to review an extensive legislative agenda in preparation for a meeting with Congressional leaders. The discussion focused on controversial bills, specifically the Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) and water pollution legislation, where Nixon weighed the political risks of a veto against the executive necessity of maintaining control over mandatory spending. Nixon expressed a firm reluctance to approve language that locked in funding for programs he intended to cut, leading to deliberations on potential legal strategies for withholding funds or utilizing vetoes to preserve executive discretion.
President Nixon met with Ronald Ziegler and Stephen Bull to finalize administrative details regarding his upcoming schedule and a personal letter to Mrs. Theodore Bennahum. The President emphasized strict ground rules for a forthcoming interview with author Theodore H. White, stipulating that the discussion was to be used exclusively for White's book and prohibited from appearing in media outlets like Time or Life before the election. Additionally, the group coordinated timing adjustments for a subsequent meeting with a senator to ensure the President's schedule remained fluid and uninterrupted.
President Nixon met with political journalist Theodore H. White to discuss the administration's political philosophy and the President's vision for a potential second term. The conversation covered a wide range of topics, including foreign policy objectives, the necessity of returning to traditional American values, and the state of the 1972 campaign. Nixon expressed his desire to establish a lasting structure of peace and indicated a willingness to provide White with detailed insights into his diplomatic initiatives, specifically the historic visit to the People's Republic of China, for use in White's ongoing book project.
President Nixon met with Polish Foreign Minister Stefan Olszowski, Witold Trampczynski, and U.S. officials to discuss strengthening bilateral trade, scientific cooperation, and Poland's role in European security. The conversation touched upon the upcoming 1972 U.S. election, with the Polish delegation expressing support for Nixon's reelection. Additionally, the participants discussed Olszowski's recent, difficult negotiations with North Vietnamese representatives and the potential impact of the U.S. election results on the Vietnam peace process.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to review and finalize the details of his upcoming schedule. The conversation focused on coordination for a planned meeting with Secretary of State William P. Rogers and George H.W. Bush. Additionally, the participants discussed matters pertaining to National Security Advisor Henry A. Kissinger.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to discuss an upcoming engagement with Marion Scully, a woman associated with the site of the President's 1970 helicopter landing in Timahoe, Ireland. The conversation focused on her current activities in Connecticut and the protocol for acknowledging her visit. Nixon sought to determine the appropriate response or gift, specifically considering a White House pin for the interaction.
President Nixon met with Marion Scully to discuss her background, her work in occupational therapy, and her family's connection to Ireland. The meeting included a brief photo opportunity on the Oval Office patio involving Henry Kissinger, the President’s Irish setter, King Timahoe, and handler Manolo Sanchez. The session concluded with the President presenting commemorative gifts, including Presidential seal pins and cufflinks, to Scully and her family members.
President Nixon consulted with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to facilitate a personal telephone call to former Senator Prescott S. Bush. The brief interaction served as a logistical arrangement for the President to reach out to the elder Bush. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this transition period.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman to discuss political strategy for the 1972 reelection campaign, focusing on neutralizing controversies surrounding the Department of Agriculture's grain deal and potential attacks regarding federal campaign funding. The participants addressed the need for a firm, unified administration stance against amnesty for Vietnam War draft evaders and evaluated the effectiveness of using campaign advertisements to highlight this issue. Additionally, they reviewed the status of John Connally's schedule and coordinated instructions for William Safire regarding the tone and length of an upcoming International Monetary Fund speech.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to briefly review the President's upcoming schedule. The discussion centered on administrative coordination regarding specific documents and the status of meetings. The conversation concluded quickly with the primary objective being the management of the President's immediate calendar and logistical preparations.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate adjustments to his daily schedule. The primary focus of the brief discussion was the inclusion of the Reserve Officers Association and Brig. Gen. Robert D. Upp. The meeting served as a logistical update to ensure the President's upcoming appointments were accurately reflected in his official calendar.
President Nixon met with representatives of the Reserve Officers Association to discuss national defense policy and the importance of fostering public respect for military personnel, particularly regarding the transition to an all-volunteer force. The group expressed strong support for the Administration's military policies, including the mining of Haiphong harbor, and discussed the broader political landscape of the 1972 campaign. The meeting concluded with the President presenting commemorative gifts to the attendees and a brief discussion regarding the President's upcoming schedule.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to discuss several pressing foreign policy matters and campaign issues ahead of the 1972 election. They reviewed the status of U.S.-Soviet trade negotiations, the war in Vietnam, and the political implications of handling both the media and opposition figures like George McGovern. Kissinger provided updates on his upcoming diplomatic schedule, including meetings with Yitzhak Rabin and North Vietnamese officials, while both men expressed frustration with the liberal press and certain elements of the American Jewish community regarding their administration's foreign policy objectives.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review and coordinate the upcoming travel schedule for John D. Ehrlichman. The discussion centered specifically on logistical arrangements for Ehrlichman's trip to New York. The brief exchange served as a routine administrative check to ensure the President and his staff remained aligned on senior personnel movements.
President Nixon met with Stephen Bull and Alexander Butterfield to review administrative scheduling, legislative priorities, and security concerns. The discussion focused on coordinating a signing ceremony for the veterans' survivor benefits bill and managing the President’s travel itinerary, including upcoming events in Texas. Additionally, the participants addressed the strain on Secret Service resources regarding the protection of foreign officials and high-profile individuals.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods, Stephen Bull, and H. R. Haldeman to address a wide range of administrative, political, and security concerns. Key topics included the legislative strategy for the Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) bill, security precautions for Henry Kissinger, and political maneuverings related to the 1972 presidential campaign. Additionally, the participants discussed various psychic predictions from Jeane Dixon, potential threats to the Jewish community, and routine correspondence regarding presidential memorabilia and gift offers.
President Nixon met with key advisors and political allies to strategize on the 1972 presidential campaign, the legislative handling of the Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) bill, and security concerns regarding Henry Kissinger. The group discussed the political advisability of vetoing the OEO and water bills, emphasizing fiscal responsibility, and explored campaign messaging tactics, including the use of "mini-documentaries" highlighting the President's foreign policy achievements. A significant development was the focus on producing television spots that frame the President's leadership as nonpartisan and statesmanlike, contrasting his record with that of Senator George McGovern.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review and finalize the details of his upcoming schedule. The primary focus of the discussion was confirming arrangements for an impending meeting with National Security Advisor Henry A. Kissinger. Following this brief briefing, the session concluded as Bull departed the Oval Office.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to review logistical details regarding his upcoming dinner at John B. Connally’s residence. The discussion focused on coordinating with the 'Democrats for Nixon' group and assessing the roles of various campaign leaders compared to the existing staff. This brief meeting served as a final preparation for the President's engagement with the organization.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Rose Mary Woods to discuss the feasibility of hosting a performance by members of the Bohemian Grove at the White House. While acknowledging that Secret Service security requirements and presidential duties preclude his personal attendance at the Grove's events, Nixon enthusiastically supported the idea of inviting the group to perform in the East Room after the 1973 inauguration. The discussion focused on the logistics of the event, including dinner arrangements and the potential for a themed campfire-style production.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to finalize the President's upcoming daily schedule and coordinate logistics for various visitors, including Gale Sayers, Frank van der Linden, and the Imperial Potentate of the Shrine of North America. The discussion focused on managing photo opportunities and ensuring preparation for meetings, specifically regarding a book by van der Linden. Nixon also instructed Bull to manage copies of books and administrative materials for staff accessibility.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to provide specific instructions regarding the interior decoration of the Oval Office. The primary focus of the brief discussion was the President's desire to retain a Liberty Bell ornament within the room. No further policy or administrative matters were addressed during this short exchange.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to finalize arrangements for a forthcoming Oval Office meeting regarding House Resolution 2. The discussion focused on coordinating the attendance of key Congressional members, specifically F. Edward Hebert, Leslie C. Arends, Charles E. Bennett, and Durward G. Hall. The President also ensured that pens were prepared for the participating legislators as part of the formal proceedings.
President Nixon met with Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird and various congressional leaders to discuss the signing of the Uniformed Services Health Provisions Revitalization Act (HR 2) and the promotion of defense-related legislation. The conversation transitioned into campaign strategy for the 1972 election, with Nixon and Laird analyzing the political implications of George McGovern's defense platform and coordinating appearances to target specific demographics in key states like Massachusetts and Wisconsin. Additionally, they praised the public speaking skills of Brigadier General Daniel 'Chappie' James Jr. and discussed administrative efforts to bolster military support through strategic announcements, such as new contracts for the Quincy shipyards.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to coordinate logistics for a White House signing ceremony featuring Senators J. Glenn Beall, Jr. and Lloyd M. Bentsen. The discussion focused on scheduling a photograph session with the senators and finalizing the mechanics of the bill-signing process. Nixon confirmed his intent to personally utilize a specific pen for the official signing.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull meet to address a sudden power failure in the Oval Office and the subsequent failure of the backup generator system. Bull informs the President that he has initiated emergency measures to restore power and notes the difficulty in locating staff member Robert J. Brown during the blackout. The brief exchange focuses on resolving this infrastructure crisis and confirming the status of the President's schedule.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, Stephen B. Bull, and Manolo Sanchez to coordinate his upcoming campaign travel schedule and manage the timing of key administrative announcements. The discussion focused on synchronizing public appearances, such as the SALT agreement signing and various trade-related press conferences, with political outreach efforts in states like Texas. Nixon also criticized R. Sargent Shriver’s planned political activities in Texas, dismissing them as ineffective, while confirming the itinerary for his own upcoming trip involving local Democratic representatives.
President Nixon met with Representative Robert R. Casey and John E. Nidecker to express his appreciation for the Congressman's political support. The discussion touched on recent renovations to the U.S. Capitol, with the President drawing comparisons between the adequacy of American official guest facilities and those of foreign nations. The meeting concluded with Nixon presenting commemorative presidential gifts to his visitors.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review and refine upcoming scheduling details, including a planned visit to Laredo, Texas. The discussion focused on logistical arrangements for various appearances, such as a trip to John B. Connally's ranch, a stop at Rio Grande High School, and interactions with sports figures. The two sought to finalize the itinerary and associated site arrangements for these campaign-related events.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate a briefing or private discussion. The primary purpose of the meeting was for the President to initiate a request to schedule a follow-up session with Charles W. Colson. Bull acknowledged the request before departing the Oval Office three minutes later.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and Charles Colson to coordinate logistics for an upcoming trip to Texas and to assess the 1972 presidential campaign. The discussion centered on countering George McGovern's focus on the Vietnam War through favorable economic data and foreign policy achievements, such as upcoming arms control agreements. Additionally, Nixon directed his staff to maintain a firm stance regarding Jewish political groups and Soviet trade relations, dismissing the need to condition trade deals on political pandering.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate administrative logistics regarding H.R. "Bob" Haldeman's schedule. The discussion centered on planning for a specific political meeting involving the Chief of Staff. This brief interaction served to facilitate the internal management of the President's senior staff agenda.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the timing and logistics of upcoming appointments. The discussion focused primarily on the schedules of H.R. Haldeman and Charles W. Colson, specifically regarding an ongoing political meeting. Bull provided updates on the meeting's status to ensure the President's schedule remained synchronized with his senior staff.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to discuss the scheduling and activities of Charles W. Colson. The conversation focused on managing Colson's upcoming agenda and coordinating his future appearances. No major policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative briefing.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and Stephen Bull discussed personnel management and potential budget cuts for various government agencies. The President expressed a desire to significantly reduce the budgets of policy-creating agencies, such as the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, by 50% through attrition rather than layoffs. They also touched upon personnel management within the White House itself, specifically regarding lower-level staff like stenographers and waiters, contrasting it with cuts at higher levels.
President Nixon met with a delegation from the Order of American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA) to accept a commemorative gold medal marking the organization's 50th anniversary. During the brief visit, the group participated in a photo session, and the President shared personal reflections on his 1947 trip to Greece and the resilience of the Greek people. The meeting concluded with an exchange of gifts, as Nixon presented the delegation members with silver medals and presidential cuff links.
President Nixon consulted with Alexander P. Butterfield and Stephen B. Bull regarding a brief appearance to greet staff from the Finance Committee for the Re-election of the President. He also conferred with John D. Ehrlichman to discuss the structure of the Cabinet Committee to Combat Terrorism. The President ultimately decided that the FBI should be included in the committee, citing the bureau's superior intelligence capabilities.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to finalize preparations for a meeting with representatives from the Finance Committee of the Committee for the Re-election of the President (CRP), including Maurice Stans. The discussion focused on the distribution of presidential gifts to major corporate donors. Nixon concluded the brief session by expressing his intent to personally meet with the committee members.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to briefly review the President’s upcoming schedule, including a photograph session with Republican congressional candidates and a meeting with Dr. Charles A. Hoffman. During the discussion, they addressed a personnel matter regarding an individual's health status, with Nixon suggesting the individual be removed from their current position if they were not expected to recover from cancer. The exchange served as a quick logistical coordination of presidential appointments and staffing concerns.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to discuss the scheduling and coordination of Dr. Charles A. “Carl” Hoffman. The brief meeting focused on managing logistical arrangements regarding Hoffman's upcoming itinerary. No further policy or significant political actions were recorded during this short engagement.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed strategies to improve the quality and impact of presidential communication, specifically targeting the reduction of speech lengths to ensure messages are concise, memorable, and pithy. Nixon expressed frustration with the "mental laziness" of excessively long drafts produced by staff and established a strict 1,000 to 1,500-word limit for written remarks. They further decided to prioritize short radio addresses over frequent television appearances for routine administrative actions, such as veto messages, to effectively communicate policy decisions to the public.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull briefly discussed the President's daily schedule and logistical arrangements regarding a preceding meeting with representatives from the American Medical Association, specifically Dr. Charles A. Hoffman. The exchange served as a routine administrative coordination of the President's appointments. No policy decisions were recorded during this short transition.
Manolo Sanchez and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office to discuss administrative or personal matters, though the substantive content of the discussion remains inaccessible due to the withdrawal of the audio segment. The meeting was brief, lasting only six seconds, and concluded with both participants departing shortly thereafter. No significant policy developments were recorded during this interaction.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to coordinate scheduling logistics for an upcoming event involving the Earl and Lady Cromer. The President emphasized the need to accommodate the guests' existing itinerary, specifically requesting that their planned presentation not disrupt any previously scheduled luncheons or engagements. Bull was instructed to manage the timing to ensure the meeting fit conveniently into all participants' schedules.
President Nixon met with Charles W. Colson and Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistics for a scheduled meeting with labor leader Thomas W. “Teddy” Gleason. The discussion centered on the arrangements for the Oval Office gathering and an accompanying photograph session with Oliver F. Atkins. The meeting concluded shortly before the scheduled engagement with Gleason took place.
President Nixon met with International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) leaders Thomas W. Gleason and John Bowers, along with White House staff, to discuss labor support for his policies and upcoming trade agreements with the Soviet Union. The discussion centered on the maritime industry, the potential economic benefits of increased trade, and the President's commitment to national defense and maintaining an open-door policy with labor unions. Nixon successfully sought to solidify the ILA's backing for his administration's diplomatic strategy, while addressing union concerns regarding foreign competition and the release of prisoners of war.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule. The brief discussion focused on arranging meetings with Charles W. Colson and H.R. Haldeman. Bull facilitated these administrative updates before departing the Oval Office.
President Nixon met with Charles Colson and Stephen Bull to discuss political messaging for his 1972 reelection campaign and the staffing philosophy of his administration. Nixon critiqued the language used in upcoming public statements regarding immigration and terrorism, insisting on avoiding divisive racial and religious categorizations. Furthermore, the President emphasized the need to surround himself with tougher, more street-smart advisors—particularly from the labor movement—who are not easily influenced by the liberal media or elite intellectual circles.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the President's upcoming travel schedule. The discussion focused on logistical planning and the itinerary for a forthcoming trip. This interaction reflects the routine administrative management required to facilitate executive domestic and international engagements.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and other aides to coordinate logistics for his upcoming trip to New York, specifically focusing on a sensitive meeting with Jewish leaders and potential risks regarding news leaks. The group discussed political campaign strategies, including the management of Vice President Agnew's schedule and the importance of monitoring congressional hearings related to Watergate and ITT. Additionally, Nixon expressed frustration with the lack of loyalty from political pundits and business executives who received administration support, deciding to restrict future personal favors to journalists and business figures.
President Nixon met with John Ehrlichman, Robert Merriam, and Lewis Engman to review the progress of an Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations (ACIR) study concerning national fiscal policy, school financing, and property tax reform. The discussion focused on the urgent need to address the heavy property tax burden on the elderly—which the President characterized as a national scandal—and evaluated the potential for implementing a federal "circuit breaker" relief program. Nixon instructed the team to keep their findings confidential until after the 1972 election and requested that the Treasury Department conduct a parallel study on their recommendations to maintain strategic flexibility.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical details and media restrictions for his upcoming schedule, specifically regarding meetings with building trades representatives and Jewish leaders. Seeking to maintain a fast pace, the President explicitly prohibited all photography during these sessions to minimize time expenditures and exposure. Bull confirmed that there would be no individual coverage or official photographic documentation for these specific groups.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman reviewed congressional strategy regarding a potential tie vote on an 'end the war' bill, speculating on the role of Vice President Agnew in breaking a deadlock. The discussion transitioned to the President's upcoming speech at the International Monetary Fund meeting, where they criticized the influence of Henry Kissinger and the establishment media, particularly journalist Marvin Kalb. Following Stephen Bull's entry, the group finalized scheduling details for meetings with labor leaders and a photo session with the British Ambassador.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate preparations for an upcoming meeting with the leaders of building trades unions. The primary objective was to ensure the appropriate distribution of commemorative pins and cuff links as gifts for the union presidents in attendance. This brief planning session served to finalize logistical arrangements for the President's engagement with organized labor representatives.
President Nixon met with leaders of various building trades unions to discuss their ongoing collaboration with his administration and their formal endorsement of his re-election. The participants addressed labor-management relations, the future of wage and price controls, and the administration’s commitment to providing union representation in high-level government positions. Nixon praised the group for their support of his foreign policy and national security objectives, while the labor leaders reaffirmed their commitment to the President despite the neutrality stance held by the broader AFL-CIO.
President Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon hosted the British Ambassador, George R. S. Baring (The Earl of Cromer), and his wife in the Oval Office for a diplomatic courtesy visit. The discussion primarily centered on the exchange of commemorative gifts, including a medal and a box associated with St. Paul’s Cathedral and architect Christopher Wren. The participants also reminisced about the President’s past visits to London and briefly compared the differences in campaign finance and electoral processes between the United States and the United Kingdom.
President Richard M. Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to discuss the professional schedule of Charles W. Colson. The brief consultation focused on organizing and reviewing Colson’s upcoming commitments and logistical planning. No further administrative actions or policy decisions were recorded during this session.
President Nixon, Henry Kissinger, and Maurice Schumann met to coordinate diplomatic strategy regarding the Vietnam War and US-French relations. The discussion focused on the ongoing Paris Peace Talks, with Nixon and Kissinger emphasizing that they were approaching the limit of possible concessions before the upcoming presidential election. They expressed a desire to resolve the conflict to pivot the administration’s focus toward strengthening the Atlantic community and broader foreign policy goals in 1973. Additionally, they reviewed technical aspects of monetary policy and the potential for increased cooperation with France in facilitating a diplomatic breakthrough with North Vietnam.
President Nixon met with Alexander Butterfield and Stephen Bull to coordinate logistics for several upcoming diplomatic and official engagements, including a visit with Sir Alexander Douglas-Home and a trip to Atlanta. The discussion also addressed scheduling requests from Arthur Burns, specifically concerning a follow-up conversation regarding Nixon's recent speech to the International Monetary Fund. The participants evaluated the timing of these various meetings and the availability of key staff members like Peter Flanigan to manage related administrative details.
President Nixon and Federal Reserve Chairman Arthur F. Burns met to discuss the international reception of U.S. economic policies, the challenges of managing money supply and interest rates, and the broader contrast between American and British labor discipline. The discussion also covered potential future travel itineraries for Burns to countries including Indonesia and Japan, as well as coordination regarding an upcoming meeting with British Foreign Secretary Sir Alec Douglas-Home. Stephen B. Bull joined briefly to assist with scheduling logistics for the President and Burns.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his upcoming scheduling requirements, specifically regarding appointments and motorcade logistics. They discussed the timing for an October 5, 1972, meeting with Dr. W. Kenneth Riland and reviewed necessary preparations involving staff members H.R. Haldeman and Charles W. Colson. The discussion also touched upon the taping system's schedule and logistics related to the Opportunities Industrialization Centers.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review a pending speech draft. The discussion focused on determining the appropriate length for the address, as the two assessed the timing requirements for the text. This interaction highlights the President's direct oversight of his communications strategy during the 1972 campaign period.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical preparations for an upcoming meeting with British Foreign Secretary Sir Alexander Douglas-Home. The discussion also involved Henry Kissinger, likely regarding his role in facilitating the diplomatic encounter. The conversation focused on the scheduling and administrative arrangements necessary for the President to engage with the British official.
President Nixon met with Sir Alexander F. Douglas-Home and Henry Kissinger to discuss the necessity of strengthening communication and cooperative action within the Atlantic Alliance. The participants explored geopolitical concerns, specifically Soviet military expansion, the role of conventional forces, and the long-term strategic implications of the Sino-Soviet split. Nixon emphasized the importance of maintaining a united front with NATO allies while addressing internal domestic challenges, including inflation and the 1972 presidential election.
President Nixon met with his senior aides and advisors to discuss a broad range of political and foreign policy issues, including congressional strategy regarding a spending ceiling and potential budget vetoes. The group examined the political impact of the recent U.S.-Soviet grain deal and reviewed recent polling data ahead of the 1972 election. Additionally, Henry Kissinger and Alexander Haig provided an update on ongoing Vietnam peace negotiations and finalized plans for Haig's upcoming mission to Saigon to consult with President Nguyen Van Thieu.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the presidential schedule to coordinate meetings with key senior staff and advisors. The discussion focused on organizing upcoming briefings with John D. Ehrlichman regarding domestic policy, as well as H.R. Haldeman. Additionally, they arranged a session with Henry Kissinger and Alexander Haig to discuss the status of their current schedules and preparations for a forthcoming trip.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to review and coordinate upcoming appointments and travel logistics. The discussion focused on finalizing the daily schedules for key administration officials, specifically John D. Ehrlichman, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., and Henry A. Kissinger. This administrative check-in ensured that the President remained informed of his staff's movements and departures from the White House.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield and Stephen B. Bull to discuss the scheduling and administrative arrangements regarding Charles W. Colson. The brief conversation served to coordinate logistics for Colson’s upcoming activities. No major policy decisions were recorded during this short administrative review.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to discuss the scheduling of Charles W. Colson. The brief exchange focused on coordinating the logistics of Colson's upcoming appointments. The discussion was interrupted when the recording concluded prematurely.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, Manolo Sanchez, and Stephen B. Bull to discuss the aesthetics of the White House grounds. The group focused specifically on the appearance of the trees and flowers surrounding the property. No significant policy decisions were made during this brief observation of the exterior environment.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and Henry Kissinger discussed strategies to manage media coverage, influence corporate advertising toward conservative outlets, and address political campaign logistics ahead of the 1972 election. The group explored ways to leverage administrative influence to discourage White House staff from attending a Washington Post dedication event hosted by Katharine Graham. Finally, Kissinger briefed the President on a new message from the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, which emphasized that upcoming negotiations represent a critical juncture for either achieving a peace agreement or facing a prolonged conflict.
President Nixon met with staff members Stephen B. Bull, Alexander P. Butterfield, and Marjorie P. Acker to review daily scheduling logistics and coordinate upcoming personal arrangements. A primary objective was coordinating a potential visit for his brother, Edward C. Nixon, to Camp David, alongside discussions regarding the President’s pending telephone call to the ailing diplomat Charles E. Bohlen. The participants also managed routine administrative tasks, including lunch planning and staff scheduling for H.R. Haldeman and First Lady Pat Nixon.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and Henry Kissinger to strategize for the upcoming 1972 election, discuss public relations regarding the Vietnam War and POW returns, and plan for an upcoming diplomatic visit from Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko. Nixon emphasized a rigid media strategy for Kissinger, demanding that briefings remain focused on one topic at a time to avoid conflicting headlines. The participants also reviewed campaign materials, including imagery of anti-war demonstrations, and solidified logistical plans for Gromyko’s meetings at the White House and Camp David to discuss potential peace settlements and arms control agreements.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman and later John Ehrlichman to coordinate administrative scheduling and legislative strategy. The discussions covered logistics for diplomatic credential presentations, Pat Nixon’s appearances at upcoming events, and the status of John Connally. Additionally, the group debated legislative strategy regarding a debt limit and expenditure ceiling bill, specifically evaluating the effectiveness of White House congressional liaisons and the necessity of direct presidential engagement with legislative leaders.
Stephen B. Bull met with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office to briefly discuss the President's current location. The encounter lasted less than one minute and appears to have been an administrative or logistical check regarding scheduling. No substantial policy matters were recorded during this brief exchange.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to coordinate his personal schedule. The discussion centered primarily on arranging a haircut and determining the appropriate timing for the appointment. No other policy or administrative matters were recorded during this brief encounter.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull briefly conferred regarding the scheduling and availability of Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The discussion centered on coordinating Ziegler’s movements and ensuring his return for a subsequent meeting. No major policy decisions were made during this brief administrative check-in.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and other staff to review logistics for upcoming meetings with Soviet officials at Camp David and to finalize political strategies for the general election. The discussion covered the administration's stance on congressional relations, specifically rejecting a "gimmicky" proposal to write individual letters to members of Congress regarding debt limit legislation. Additionally, Nixon and Haldeman analyzed polling data—including public sentiment on the U.S.-Soviet grain deal and Vietnam POW issues—to gauge the effectiveness of their campaign messaging against Senator George McGovern.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Old Executive Office Building to review and coordinate the President's upcoming daily schedule. The discussion focused on logistical planning and the management of Nixon's appointments. The meeting concluded without any recorded major policy shifts, serving primarily as a routine administrative review of the executive calendar.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, at Camp David to manage logistical arrangements regarding the arrival of an unspecified group from California. The brief discussion centered on coordinating these travel plans and confirming details for the expected visitors. No further significant policy or administrative decisions were documented during this short exchange.
Henry A. Kissinger coordinates with Stephen B. Bull to ensure the President receives a critical incoming telephone call from Admiral Elmo R. Zumwalt, Jr. The discussion centers on the necessity of the President taking the communication personally. The primary action item involves Bull facilitating the connection between the President and the Admiral.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to briefly coordinate the President's daily schedule. During this session, they discussed matters related to John D. Ehrlichman, including his presence or upcoming appointments. The interaction concluded shortly thereafter when Bull and an accompanying woman departed the room.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to discuss administration strategies for handling media coverage, particularly regarding NBC and the Washington Post, and to review a project analyzing press bias and failed journalistic predictions. They evaluated the performance of specific reporters and judges, while considering political tactics for responding to the press and George McGovern's campaign. The conversation also touched upon logistical planning for the President's upcoming schedule, including decisions regarding press relations and his travel plans to Camp David and Florida.
President Nixon met with American Legion National Commander Joseph L. Matthews and his associates to discuss the organization's upcoming schedule, recruitment of Vietnam veterans, and support for his administration's foreign policy. Matthews briefed the President on his extensive travel plans, which include visiting all 58 American Legion departments and potentially conducting diplomatic trips to Eastern Europe, specifically Poland and Romania. The meeting concluded with a brief photo session and the presentation of commemorative gifts to the delegation.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review and refine his upcoming daily schedule. The discussion centered on coordinating meetings with H.R. Haldeman and Senator Robert P. Griffin, as well as managing a scheduled filming session. Additionally, the two addressed the status of arrangements at Camp David, noting the need for final confirmation from Clark MacGregor.
President Nixon coordinates his afternoon schedule with Stephen B. Bull regarding a meeting with Senator Robert P. Griffin. They finalize plans for a 3:45 PM television appearance followed by a 4:00 PM appointment. The President also confirms that his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, will accompany him and authorizes H.R. Haldeman to include additional staff members as needed.