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Conversation 024-028

TapeTape 24StartMonday, May 8, 1972 at 10:47 PMEndMonday, May 8, 1972 at 10:48 PMTape start time00:33:31Tape end time00:34:12ParticipantsNixon, Richard M. (President);  Meany, GeorgeRecording deviceWhite House Telephone
AudioNARA Description

On May 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and George Meany talked on the telephone from 10:47 pm to 10:48 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-028 of the White House Tapes.

Nixon Library Finding Aid
Conversation No. 24-28
Date: May 8, 1972
Time: 10:47 pm - 10:48 pm
Location: White House Telephone

The President talked with George Meany.

[See also Conversation No. 336-69O]

     Vietnam
          -Blockade
               -The President's decision
                    -Reasons
                    -Meany's support
                          -Statement
Transcript (AI-Generated)

This 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 Do not cite this transcript as authoritative.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.

Hello?
Hello, Mr. President.
George, I just wanted to say that, you know, sometimes we have our differences, but I just want you to know that I took this decision because I knew we just couldn't do anything else.
And if you can support it, I'll appreciate it.
If you can't, I understand.
You know, by God, we just can't let these people run over us.
I think I can support it in some way.
I'll get something out in the morning.
I sure appreciate it.
And let me say that there'll be a time when we'll all be together again, I hope.
Okay, fine.
Thank you.
All right.
Good to talk to you, George.
All right.
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