Stephen B. Bull
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.
862 conversations about Stephen B. Bull → (where Bull is the subject, not only a participant)
What Bull talks about on the tapes
Presidential scheduling 1,367White House operations 445White House administration 406Public relations 339White House logistics 331Henry Kissinger 292Vietnam War 250Scheduling 229Logistics 222Foreign Policy 1901972 election 173H. R. Haldeman 170
Conversations (3,174)
— Page 21 of 32On October 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:34 pm and 2:37 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 803-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman and other staff members to finalize his pre-election campaign schedule, including plans for radio addresses, a Veterans Day event, and a trip to Appalachia. The discussion focused on projecting a presidential image while avoiding political pitfalls like unscripted press conferences, where the President feared questions would be dominated by the Watergate controversy. The participants also evaluated potential Senate leadership changes and debated media strategy, with the President directing his staff to shun hostile press members and prioritize more favorable outlets.
President Nixon, Stephen Bull, and Manolo Sanchez briefly met in the Oval Office to discuss the President's schedule and the availability of H.R. Haldeman. Nixon inquired about Haldeman's schedule and requested to see him when he became free, but Bull indicated Haldeman was in a meeting that should not be interrupted. The conversation was very brief, focusing on logistical arrangements for a potential meeting with Haldeman.
On October 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:50 am and 10:52 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 805-002 of the White House Tapes.
On October 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:20 am and 11:30 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 805-006 of the White House Tapes.
On October 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:20 am and 11:30 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 805-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the distribution of gifts, specifically cuff links and ashtrays, to prominent maritime industry leaders. The discussion focused on upcoming arrangements involving Thomas W. Gleason, Paul Hall, Paul Richardson of Sea-Land Service, and Andrew E. Gibson. The two finalized administrative details regarding the launch of a new industry organization and the President's related scheduling requirements.
President Nixon met with key leaders from the maritime industry, including Paul Hall, Thomas Gleason, and Paul Richardson, to formalize their support for his 1972 reelection campaign. The participants discussed the industry's appreciation for administration policies, specifically regarding the development of the Merchant Marine and the role of sea power in national defense. Nixon leveraged this support to contrast his pragmatic geopolitical strategy—including his engagement with China and the Soviet Union—against the perceived naivete of his political opponents. The meeting concluded with the President presenting commemorative gifts to the attendees as a gesture of appreciation for their organized grassroots efforts.
On October 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:03 pm and 12:07 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 805-011 of the White House Tapes.
On October 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:50 am and 10:04 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 371-008 of the White House Tapes.
On October 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 11:10 am and 11:19 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 371-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistics for an upcoming trip to New York. The President specifically directed that the traveling party travel by helicopter to Nelson D. Rockefeller’s estate upon their arrival. The discussion focused on these travel arrangements and potential engagements with Rockefeller and John B. Connally.
On October 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:49 am and 8:58 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 806-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and other staff members to discuss security concerns and public relations strategies regarding his upcoming travel schedule and motorcades. The participants evaluated the risks associated with motorcades versus rallies, specifically addressing threats posed by protestors and the need for improved crowd control measures. Additionally, they touched upon political strategy regarding the ongoing Watergate investigation and coordinated the handling of press inquiries concerning upcoming Vietnam peace negotiations.
President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger, William Rogers, and Ronald Ziegler to discuss the status of stalled Vietnam peace negotiations following a volatile meeting between Kissinger and South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu. Kissinger reported that Thieu, reacting with intense emotional outbursts, perceived the proposed peace terms as a betrayal and a threat to his government. Nixon and his advisors weighed the risks of proceeding with a settlement against the possibility of domestic political fallout if they pushed too hard before the upcoming election, ultimately deciding to maintain a posture of cautious progress while managing the erratic behavior of both North and South Vietnamese leadership.
On October 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:04 am and 11:15 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 806-008 of the White House Tapes.
On October 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:46 am and 11:47 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 806-011 of the White House Tapes.
On October 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 4:04 pm and 4:16 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 373-023 of the White House Tapes.
On October 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 4:04 pm and 4:16 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 373-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his daily schedule and manage high-level personnel engagements. The discussion focused on organizing an upcoming meeting with Henry Kissinger, addressing a request from John D. Ehrlichman, and reviewing the logistics for a scheduled radio address. Additionally, the pair touched upon matters involving Alexander Butterfield as they finalized the President's immediate agenda.
President Nixon coordinated his late-morning schedule with personal aide Stephen B. Bull to prepare for a radio address and upcoming meetings. The President confirmed the timing and location for his broadcast from the White House library and instructed Bull to reach out to H.R. Haldeman regarding a flexible morning meeting. Additionally, Nixon directed Bull to facilitate a phone call with Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler.
President Nixon and aide Stephen B. Bull briefly coordinated logistical arrangements regarding an upcoming radio engagement and the scheduling of a visitor. The discussion focused on confirming procedural preferences and determining that the visitor's arrival was not urgent. No major policy decisions were reached, as the conversation served primarily to manage the President's immediate calendar.
President Nixon and Charles Colson met to discuss campaign strategy and the political fallout surrounding the ongoing Watergate scandal and press coverage. They focused on discrediting George McGovern by highlighting his proposed defense budget cuts, alleged radical associations, and questionable campaign financial practices. Nixon and Colson also reviewed tactics for mobilizing blue-collar voters and affirmed their commitment to an aggressive, negative advertising strategy to maintain their momentum in the final stages of the election.
On October 25, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 3:03 pm to 3:04 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 032-040 of the White House Tapes.
On October 25, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:03 pm to 3:04 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 372-034 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman met to coordinate the messaging strategy for the final weeks of the 1972 presidential campaign. They discussed the scheduling and content of upcoming radio addresses on foreign policy, defense, and urban affairs, while also strategizing a media offensive regarding George McGovern's position on amnesty. Additionally, the pair assessed the administration's aggressive response to recent Washington Post reporting on campaign espionage, framing the coverage as "yellow journalism" to discredit the newspaper.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Old Executive Office Building to facilitate the recording of several formal audio messages. During this session, the President dictated campaign-oriented statements designed to appeal to voters by highlighting themes of foreign policy, peace, prosperity, and the preservation of the American dream. Following the completion of these recordings, the two discussed administrative details regarding the President's upcoming schedule.
On October 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:09 am and 8:12 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 807-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman met to discuss the political strategy surrounding the potential veto of HR 1, a massive welfare and social security bill, while balancing concerns over fiscal responsibility and the upcoming 1972 election. They evaluated the political risks of appearing insensitive to the elderly and the blind versus the long-term economic consequences of payroll taxes, ultimately deciding to hold off on a final public decision. Additionally, the two discussed strategies for countering negative press coverage, specifically regarding the Watergate scandal, and weighed plans to marginalize the Washington Post through reduced access and accreditation pressure.
On October 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:16 am and 9:21 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 807-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to coordinate a public briefing regarding the North Vietnamese unilateral release of secret Vietnam peace settlement terms. Kissinger outlined a three-part strategy to explain the procedural status of negotiations, the substantive elements of the agreement, and the necessity of further refinements to ensure long-term enforceability. They agreed to frame the delay not as a failure, but as a commitment to a "right agreement" rather than a hurried one, while preparing to counter potential political criticism from George McGovern.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate his daily schedule and manage various appointments. They discussed upcoming meetings with individuals such as Gilroy Roberts and Harold Lee, as well as the status of the Health Services Industry committee and John Ehrlichman regarding House Resolution 1. The President ultimately prioritized his administrative workload while finalizing arrangements for a mid-day haircut.
On October 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 9:03 am to 9:04 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 032-067 of the White House Tapes.
On October 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 9:03 am to 9:04 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 374-009 of the White House Tapes.
On October 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:08 am and 11:10 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 808-001 of the White House Tapes.
On October 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 11:16 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 808-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Harold Lee to discuss international relations, specifically emphasizing the strategic importance of engaging with the People's Republic of China to maintain a balance of power against the Soviet Union. The conversation touched upon the future of U.S.-Japan security arrangements, the expected conclusion of the Vietnam War, and the administration's political standing among American voters heading into the 1972 election. Nixon articulated his pragmatic approach to foreign policy, noting the necessity of focusing on mutual interests rather than trust when dealing with global adversaries.
President Nixon met with members of the Committee on the Health Services Industry, along with administration officials including Herbert Stein and Donald Rumsfeld, to address the escalating costs of medical care. The discussion centered on balancing price controls with the need to maintain quality, specifically debating how to curb the proliferation of unnecessary services and the duplication of facilities without stifling the voluntary health system. Nixon emphasized the administration's goal of fostering cooperation with the medical profession to ensure federal health spending remains efficient and avoids a shift toward socialized medicine.
President Nixon met with Charles W. Colson to analyze 1972 presidential campaign strategy in light of favorable polling data and the political implications of Vietnam negotiations. The discussion focused on framing the election as a clear choice between the administration's foreign policy achievements and George McGovern's perceived radicalism. The pair discussed coordinating media messaging, including potential television advertisements and the use of favorable polling trends, to solidify the President's landslide lead before concluding the meeting with a brief scheduling update from Stephen B. Bull.
President Nixon met with Senator Robert J. Dole and Charles W. Colson to devise campaign strategies for the final stretch of the 1972 presidential election. The discussion focused on countering George McGovern's campaign, managing the fallout from anti-war protests and hecklers, and framing the Vietnam peace negotiations as a victory for peace with honor rather than surrender. Additionally, the participants addressed public perception regarding the Watergate break-in, attempting to minimize its political impact by characterizing it as a misguided security operation.
President Nixon hosted Phillip V. Sanchez and his wife, Josefina, in the Oval Office for a brief photo session and gift presentation. During the meeting, the President presented Josefina Sanchez with a presidential seal pin and praised the couple, specifically noting the administration's appreciation for Phillip Sanchez’s work. The encounter concluded with a short interaction regarding the President's schedule with Stephen B. Bull.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to discuss the scheduling of upcoming national defense radio speeches and to review insights from Haldeman’s recent conversation with Billy Graham. The discussion focused on the political climate, including the impact of the Vietnam peace initiative, concerns regarding North Vietnam's potential interference with the 1972 election, and campaign strategy. Toward the end of the meeting, Stephen Bull joined the President to coordinate a reception for ethnic press and Heritage group leaders, emphasizing the need for efficiency in the President's schedule.
President Nixon met with key advisors, including H.R. Haldeman, Henry Kissinger, and Charles Colson, to coordinate political messaging and media strategy in the final stretch of the 1972 presidential campaign. The discussion centered on countering recent CBS news reports regarding Watergate, managing public expectations for a Vietnam peace settlement, and finalizing the President’s radio speech schedule. Nixon emphasized the importance of aggressive, disciplined political messaging, instructing his team to ensure that surrogates and administration officials remained unified in their efforts to contrast his administration's position with George McGovern's campaign platforms.
On October 28, 1972, Manolo Sanchez, Stephen B. Bull, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:26 am and 11:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 809-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his daily schedule and upcoming logistical arrangements. The discussion focused on managing meetings with H.R. Haldeman and Charles W. Colson, as well as the President's planned travel to Camp David. They also reviewed preparations for his impending radio address regarding national defense policy and reviewed details from the previous day’s campaign trip.
On October 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 10:55 am and 11:00 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 377-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his senior staff, including H.R. Haldeman and Ronald Ziegler, to discuss the ongoing negotiations for a Vietnam peace settlement, emphasizing the necessity of a durable agreement that avoids the pitfalls of previous accords. The discussion also covered campaign strategy, including the management of candidate endorsements and media relations, as well as the political fallout from the Watergate scandal. Additionally, the President reviewed his upcoming schedule, which included meetings with Nelson Rockefeller and security concerns regarding a planned trip to Chicago.
On October 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 11:00 am and 11:04 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 378-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Ronald Ziegler discussed the messaging strategy regarding ongoing Vietnam peace negotiations, specifically addressing premature media reports of an imminent agreement. Nixon emphasized that the administration would not be pressured by deadlines or the upcoming election to finalize a deal, prioritizing the attainment of a durable peace that guarantees South Vietnam's right to self-determination. They coordinated on how to publicly dismiss unauthorized reports while maintaining that negotiations with Henry Kissinger would conclude only when the terms were satisfactory.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the scheduling of an upcoming bill signing ceremony for the 1973 Appropriations Act. The discussion focused on finalizing the logistics for the event, including the inclusion of a formal photograph session. Bull received instructions to manage the arrangements and prepare the necessary documentation for the signing.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to coordinate the logistics for the upcoming signing ceremony of the 1973 Appropriations Act. The discussion focused on locating Alexander P. Butterfield to confirm the status of the legislation and determining the appropriate timing for the event. The participants also considered the necessity of an official photograph session to accompany the signing process.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield and Stephen B. Bull to review his daily schedule and coordinate the logistics for upcoming executive actions. The participants focused on the signing ceremony for the 1973 Appropriations Act, specifically addressing the timing of the event and the coordination of press wire services and photography. The discussion also touched upon the physical arrangement of the office and the whereabouts of Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to briefly review administrative details regarding an upcoming presidential trip and finalize the associated scheduling. The discussion focused on coordinating Ronald L. Ziegler’s press briefings to ensure the official messaging aligned with the travel itinerary. No major policy decisions were made, as the conversation served primarily to manage logistical arrangements and staff preparations.
On October 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 1:14 pm to 1:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 032-097 of the White House Tapes.
On October 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:15 pm to 1:16 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 378-012 of the White House Tapes.
On October 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:41 pm and 2:42 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 810-010 of the White House Tapes.
On October 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:44 pm and 2:52 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 810-013 of the White House Tapes.
On October 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:23 pm and 3:25 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 810-016 of the White House Tapes.
On November 1, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:40 pm and 2:10 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 391-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman met to strategize for the final days of the 1972 presidential campaign, focusing on the use of radio addresses to communicate directly with the public while avoiding the hostility of traditional campaign rallies. They discussed the administration's platform, including domestic policy issues and racial topics, and coordinated the development of a series of speeches. A significant portion of the conversation centered on managing the ongoing Watergate scandal, with Nixon and Ehrlichman exploring the potential for a White House-led internal investigation to control the narrative and minimize political damage following the election.
President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger and later John Cardinal Krol to discuss the sensitive status of Vietnam peace negotiations and U.S.-Poland relations. Nixon and Kissinger evaluated the difficult diplomatic position of South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu, specifically addressing Thieu's resistance to a proposed settlement and the potential for a letter from the U.S. to compel his cooperation. Meanwhile, Cardinal Krol shared insights from his recent visit to Poland, highlighting the endurance of the Roman Catholic Church under communist rule and the Polish people's yearning for greater independence from Soviet influence. The conversation concluded with discussions on the necessity of maintaining pressure on North Vietnam while navigating the delicate geopolitical balance required to secure a peace agreement after the 1972 election.
President Nixon consulted with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate adjustments to his daily schedule and upcoming obligations. The two finalized plans for a 5:00 PM campaign taping session, with the President explicitly requesting that stand-ins be used for technical preparations until his arrival. Additionally, they rescheduled an appointment with Dr. W. Kenneth Riland for 5:30 PM and confirmed a haircut for the President at 12:30 PM.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull briefly coordinate logistics regarding an upcoming meeting and the potential involvement of an individual named Rylan. The President explicitly instructs Bull to schedule Rylan for 5:30 pm and expresses his intent to avoid personal participation in the earlier session. The discussion focuses on managing meeting protocols, including the use of stand-ins and verification procedures for the proceedings.
On November 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 11:23 am to 11:24 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 032-143 of the White House Tapes.
On November 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 11:23 am to 11:24 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 376-028 of the White House Tapes.
On November 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 11:30 am to 11:31 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 032-146 of the White House Tapes.
On November 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 11:30 am to 11:31 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 376-032 of the White House Tapes.
On November 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 11:32 am to 11:33 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 032-147 of the White House Tapes.
On November 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 11:32 am to 11:33 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 376-033 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon coordinated with aide Stephen B. Bull to adjust the scheduling and logistical arrangements for an upcoming televised message. They moved the recording time to 4:15 p.m. to provide the production team with additional preparation time in the Queens room. The President also confirmed his wardrobe choice, selecting the dark blue suit he had worn at the Republican National Convention.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull briefly conferred regarding a sensitive scheduling matter or administrative task that required urgent attention. Nixon emphasized the necessity of the project, instructing Bull to finalize the work by 4:15 p.m. Bull acknowledged the priority of the assignment and committed to completing it within the specified timeframe.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Raymond K. Price, Jr. to coordinate 1972 reelection campaign messaging and streamline the President's telephone scheduling. The discussion focused on establishing a standardized endorsement and communication protocol for political candidates across various states. Nixon also directed the drafting of a concise statement emphasizing his administration's forward-looking legislative and national priorities for the next four years.
President Nixon and aide Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President's upcoming schedule, specifically focusing on logistics for meetings with the Council on Environmental Quality and the Soviet Academy of Sciences. The discussion centered on coordinating necessary photograph opportunities, including sessions with Beatrice Willard and Dixie Lee Ray. They also briefly touched upon the status of the President's recent telephone correspondence, including a call with Senator Clifford P. Case.
President Nixon instructed his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to delay an upcoming meeting with Soviet Ambassador Anatoliy Dobrynin by 15 minutes. Nixon emphasized that the appointment needed to be extended to a half-hour duration to account for translation time. Additionally, the President confirmed the schedule for a subsequent brief meeting with Beatrice Willard at 10:45 am.
President Nixon and aide Stephen B. Bull coordinate the scheduling of an upcoming telephone call with the Soviet ambassador. Nixon expresses concern regarding the timing of the engagement while verifying that his administrative staff has addressed necessary preparatory communications. The brief interaction focuses on ensuring the President is available to receive the call as intended.
On November 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:16 am and 10:19 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 812-002 of the White House Tapes.
On November 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:16 am and 10:19 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 812-003 of the White House Tapes.
On November 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:37 am and 10:41 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 812-005 of the White House Tapes.
On November 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:37 am and 10:41 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 812-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with members of the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), including Russell E. Train and Beatrice Willard, for a formal photograph session and a discussion regarding environmental policy. The President requested that the Council provide material for his upcoming State of the Union address by December 1, 1972. During the exchange, Nixon also emphasized his commitment to conservation measures, such as energy-saving practices and paper recycling, while briefly touching upon his California background and campaign interests.
On November 3, 1972, unknown person(s) and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:54 am and 11:00 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 812-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual and subsequently with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical details regarding a scheduled visit by Erie, Pennsylvania Mayor Louis J. Tullio. The discussion focused on the sequence of events for the meeting, including the Mayor's arrival and a photo opportunity involving the Mayor and his wife, Gracie Tullio. These brief sessions served to finalize the President's public schedule for the day.
On November 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 11:16 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 812-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to strategize on public relations regarding the Vietnam War, specifically addressing potential criticism from George McGovern that the ongoing peace negotiations were a hoax. They evaluated the pros and cons of holding a background press briefing to counter these claims and reinforce the narrative that "peace is at hand." Ultimately, the President directed staff to coordinate the logistics for such a session while remaining cautious about the tone and timing of the messaging to ensure it served the administration's goals.
On November 4, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:06 am and 9:07 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-009 of the White House Tapes.
On November 4, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 9:06 am to 9:07 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 389-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Alexander P. Butterfield to coordinate the logistics and protocol for upcoming telephone calls. The discussion focused on establishing the timing and procedural workflow for these calls, specifically clarifying John D. Ehrlichman’s role in the process. Nixon emphasized the requirement for Bull to perform a pre-call check with him to ensure proper preparation before the scheduled outreach.
President Nixon and his senior staff, H. R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman, coordinated campaign messaging in the final days before the 1972 election. Much of the discussion focused on refuting George McGovern’s criticisms regarding Vietnam, specifically emphasizing the administration's stance that they had achieved a breakthrough toward "peace with honor" while clarifying that remaining "central points" were merely details requiring resolution. To reinforce these themes, Nixon made a series of telephone calls to various Republican candidates across the country to offer his endorsement, boost morale, and provide talking points for their final campaign appearances.
President Nixon consulted with his aide Stephen B. Bull and the White House operator to coordinate administrative logistics and manage his daily schedule. The primary focus involved arranging telephone communications, specifically with Charles Colson via Air Force One, and scheduling a meeting with Henry Kissinger. This interaction served to finalize the President's immediate operational agenda and facilitate priority executive outreach.
On November 4, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 11:00 am and 11:01 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 389-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and Charles Colson met to discuss the final stages of the 1972 presidential campaign, focusing on delegating media responses and organizing future public appearances. They evaluated the effectiveness of Vice President Spiro Agnew in challenging George McGovern's stance on Vietnam negotiations, specifically emphasizing the contrast between "peace with honor" and McGovern’s perceived "irresponsibility." Additionally, the participants discussed personnel matters, including a potential transition for Clark MacGregor into a new role following the election.
On November 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:17 am and 9:14 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 813-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to review the latest election returns from Illinois, specifically regarding the outcomes for the state's gubernatorial and senatorial races. The discussion further addressed the whereabouts of Charles W. Colson in the immediate aftermath of the 1972 election. This brief interaction served as a status update on electoral results and personnel logistics.
On November 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:17 am and 9:14 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 813-003 of the White House Tapes.
On November 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:17 am and 9:14 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 813-004 of the White House Tapes.
On November 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:17 am and 9:14 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 813-005 of the White House Tapes.
On November 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:17 am and 9:14 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 813-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the compilation and delivery of detailed 1972 election results. The President directed Bull to instruct the research group to provide an updated, speech-by-speech breakdown of the national returns, specifically focusing on state-by-state data for California and Minnesota. This information was intended to be prepared and delivered to the Oval Office by 10:00 am to assist the President in analyzing the election outcomes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield and Stephen B. Bull shortly after the 1972 presidential election to address administrative and correspondence matters. Discussions focused on the President's post-election letter to George McGovern, involving coordination with staff members Patrick Buchanan and H.R. Haldeman. Additionally, the participants reviewed the incoming election returns, specifically noting results from California.
On November 8, 1972, Stephen B. Bull and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:54 am and 10:10 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 813-016 of the White House Tapes.