Nixon White House Tapes › Tape 21
Nixon White House Tape 21 (March 6, 1972 – March 22, 1972)
134 conversations · White House Telephone · about 2 hr 5 min of released audio
Featuring Nixon, Haldeman, Colson, Eisenhower, Kissinger
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an outgoing call to Jayne Brumley. The exchange served strictly as a logistical request to connect the President with this specific individual. No further policy or administrative matters were discussed during this brief communication.
President Nixon called Jayne Brumley to offer his condolences following the death of her husband, Calvin E. Brumley. During the brief exchange, Nixon praised Calvin's work and noted that he had recently discussed the deceased's professional contributions with John B. Connally. The President also spoke briefly with the couple's son, Brian, and encouraged the family to remain resilient during their time of grief.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with National Security Advisor Henry A. Kissinger. This brief administrative exchange served as the precursor to a substantive policy or diplomatic discussion between the two men. No other topics were addressed during this short call.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger spoke briefly regarding the review of pending documents. The President directed Kissinger to examine specific materials for his subsequent consideration and feedback. This exchange reflects the routine administrative coordination between the two men concerning the President’s workflow and briefing requirements.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to initiate a telephone call with his special counsel, Charles W. Colson. The brief communication served primarily as an administrative request to connect the two men for a private discussion. No further substantive policy matters were addressed during this specific exchange.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss the political fallout of the ITT controversy, dismissing it as a media-driven distraction that will soon fade. They also review the positive public reception of Nixon’s recent trip to the People's Republic of China, citing favorable polling and high approval ratings as evidence of its success. Finally, they analyze indicators of a strengthening national economy, specifically noting a surge in public market participation and encouraging reports from economic advisor Herbert Stein.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discussed a report from New York regarding the People’s Republic of China's (PRC) reaction to recent U.S. public statements on Taiwan and Vietnam. While the PRC expressed concern, they maintained a diplomatic tone and approved the visit of a U.S. House delegation via a new, formal public channel. The two leaders decided to brief Secretary of State William P. Rogers on these developments while cautioning him to exercise greater discretion in his rhetoric to avoid jeopardizing future diplomatic progress.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a personal telephone call to Timothy G. Elbourne. The exchange was strictly logistical, functioning solely to facilitate the connection between the President and the requested party. No further policy or substantive matters were discussed during this brief administrative interaction.
President Nixon calls Timothy G. Elbourne to formally express appreciation for his extensive 48-day work assignment supporting the recent presidential trip to the People's Republic of China. Nixon acknowledges the logistical challenges faced by Elbourne and his colleagues, lightheartedly noting the positive impression they left on their Chinese counterparts. This brief exchange serves as a gesture of presidential recognition for the staff involved in the mission's successful execution.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone exchange with the White House operator to request a connection with Representative William M. Colmer. This administrative call serves as the precursor to a subsequent conversation between the President and the congressman. No further policy discussions or substantive developments occur during this brief operator-assisted request.
President Nixon called Congressman William M. Colmer to express his personal regret regarding the Representative's decision to retire from public office. The President acknowledged Colmer’s long-standing service and influence as a prominent Southern legislator, inviting him to a White House reception to honor his career. They also discussed the need for new, effective leadership in Congress and coordinated the scheduling of a final luncheon in Colmer's honor.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an outgoing call to Senator Abraham A. Ribicoff. This administrative interaction served as a logistical step to initiate direct communication between the President and the Senator. No further substantive policy discussion took place during this brief exchange.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a telephone call to Senator Abraham A. Ribicoff. The operator informed the President that Ribicoff was currently at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, attending to his critically ill wife. Nixon confirmed his desire to proceed with reaching the Senator despite his location.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to request a telephone connection with General Alexander M. Haig, Jr. This brief administrative interaction served as the necessary logistical step to facilitate direct communication with Haig. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief exchange.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig coordinate the scheduling of an upcoming meeting with Henry Kissinger at the Executive Office Building. The conversation briefly reviews Secretary of State William P. Rogers' recent, successful press conference regarding foreign policy and his role in the Peking summit. Nixon also discusses his firm rejection of State Department involvement in his meetings with heads of state, emphasizing the need to maintain presidential control over diplomatic proceedings.
President Nixon initiated this telephone call to Senator Abraham A. Ribicoff to offer his personal sympathies regarding the severe illness of the Senator’s wife, Ruth Siegel Ribicoff. The conversation served as a gesture of bipartisan goodwill, with the President conveying that the White House leadership was thinking of the family. Nixon also requested that the Senator extend best wishes from both himself and First Lady Pat Nixon during this difficult time.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. This brief interaction served solely as a logistical request to initiate a high-level administrative communication. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this exchange.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman engaged in a brief telephone conversation regarding personal matters. The majority of the interaction, lasting nearly six minutes, was subsequently withdrawn from the public record. Consequently, no substantive policy decisions or administrative actions are reflected in the available documentation for this exchange.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman engaged in a brief telephone conversation regarding administrative or political matters. Given the extensive withdrawal of the conversation's content, the specific substance remains classified and unavailable for analysis. Consequently, no definitive policy decisions or developments can be attributed to this exchange.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman, with Henry Kissinger present, coordinate a return call from John N. Mitchell. The primary purpose of the brief exchange is to facilitate communication with the former Attorney General. The participants prioritize establishing contact with Mitchell to address ongoing political or administrative business.
H. R. Haldeman and John Mitchell consulted on administrative and political matters, specifically advising President Nixon to decline an invitation to a Congressional dinner to maintain his nonpolitical posture. They agreed the President should send a note to Lane Dwinell rather than calling him, and briefly touched upon Mitchell’s upcoming testimony and the labor-related outreach to George Meany. Additionally, they discussed John Connally’s concerns regarding Secretary of State William P. Rogers, with both men agreeing that replacing Rogers with Henry Kissinger was not a viable solution.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The brief interaction served as a logistical bridge to initiate a direct conversation between the President and his primary spokesperson. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief request for administrative assistance.
President Nixon consulted Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler regarding media inquiries addressed during the daily briefing to prepare for his upcoming press conference. Ziegler reported that he successfully navigated questions concerning controversial busing policies, the Florida primary, and potential rumors surrounding the China trip, including the ITT and Lockheed aircraft deals. The President approved of Ziegler’s strategy to delay the busing decision until after the Florida referendum and to maintain a low-key response to primary election results.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger coordinate strategy for an upcoming press conference, focusing specifically on how to address potential questions regarding the Shanghai Communiqué and Taiwan. They agree to emphasize that the phrase regarding the 'prospect of a peaceful settlement' was carefully chosen, while dismissing concerns raised by Pat Buchanan about force withdrawals and their implications for Indochina and POW policies. Additionally, Nixon approves Kissinger’s plan to propose General Alexander Haig for the position of Vice Chief of Staff of the Army during an upcoming meeting with Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with Stephen B. Bull. The brief communication served exclusively as an administrative request to reach the President's personal aide. No further policy or strategic matters were discussed during this interaction.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a telephone call to entertainer Red Skelton. Because Skelton had recently been in Washington, D.C. and was traveling to Florida, the President requested that the operator attempt to locate him at either destination. The conversation served as a brief administrative request to facilitate this specific outreach.
President Nixon calls comedian Red Skelton to express appreciation for his upcoming performance in Florida and to reinforce their political rapport. During the brief exchange, Nixon explicitly requests that Skelton conclude his act by reciting his well-known monologue, 'The Pledge of Allegiance' (referred to as 'The Flag'), as a personal tribute. Skelton affirms his total support for the President and agrees to incorporate the requested performance into his show.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a personal telephone call to his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. The brief exchange served as a logistical request for the operator to place the connection. No substantive policy or political discussions took place during this communication.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, discuss recent media coverage of a presidential portrait and Tricia's proposal to exhibit cloisonné vases acquired during the recent trip to China. They express satisfaction that the portrait received positive attention on the news programs while avoiding political controversy. The President enthusiastically endorses Tricia's plan to loan the vases to a museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, viewing the gesture as a subtle and effective public diplomacy effort.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a personal call to his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. The interaction served solely as a request for the operator to connect the President to his daughter. No political or administrative business was conducted during this brief exchange.
President Richard Nixon spoke briefly with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, during a short telephone call. The conversation consisted of personal remarks and lasted approximately one minute. No substantive policy matters or administrative decisions were addressed during this exchange.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, held a brief, informal telephone conversation. The majority of the recorded interaction consisted of a personal segment that was subsequently withdrawn from public release. No substantive policy discussions or administrative decisions were documented during this exchange.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a personal telephone call to his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. This brief communication served solely as an administrative request to connect the President with a family member. No further policy or official business was conducted during this exchange.
President Nixon held a brief, informal telephone conversation with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. As the content of the discussion was designated as a personal returnable item, no substantive policy matters or official developments were recorded. The exchange serves primarily as a record of familial communication between the President and his daughter.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler. This brief administrative exchange served solely to initiate official communication with a key staff member. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this request.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler coordinated a meeting at the Executive Office Building to discuss strategy ahead of an upcoming press briefing. Nixon specifically sought to outline his position on the contentious issue of busing before the following Tuesday. They agreed to confer shortly to ensure Ziegler was prepared to handle potential media inquiries on the subject.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an outgoing call to Under Secretary of State John N. Irwin II. The primary purpose of this brief administrative exchange was to facilitate communication between the President and the State Department official. No further policy discussions or substantive developments occurred during this brief interaction.
President Nixon called Deputy Secretary of State John N. Irwin, II to commend his skillful handling of a critical Washington Star article by George Sherman. Nixon characterized the journalist's report as a deliberate attempt to create discord between the White House and the State Department, a tactic he compared to past efforts against John Foster Dulles. The President praised Irwin's affirmative response to the press, reinforcing their unified stance against media efforts to stir internal departmental conflict.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, engaged in a brief personal telephone conversation. Due to the withdrawal of the substantive portion of the audio for personal privacy reasons, the specific details and topics discussed remain unavailable for public record. Consequently, no policy decisions or official actions were recorded for this exchange.
This recording captures a brief, administrative exchange between an unidentified man and woman regarding the supply room. Due to the lack of substantive dialogue and the unintelligible nature of the audio, the conversation holds no historical value regarding White House policy or political decision-making. No meaningful actions or developments were documented during the interaction.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an outgoing call to Senator J. William Fulbright. This brief exchange served as a logistical request to facilitate direct communication between the President and the Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. The conversation concluded once the operator initiated the connection process.
President Nixon called Senator J. William Fulbright to coordinate a brief delay for a scheduled lunch with Henry Kissinger and to discuss domestic and foreign policy concerns. Nixon briefly noted the difficulty of managing the busing issue before pivoting to the administration's even-handed diplomatic approach regarding the Soviet Union following his recent trip to China. Nixon directed Kissinger to consult with Fulbright on Soviet relations and to arrange future informal meetings with the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
President Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, and H. R. Haldeman connected briefly via a White House operator for a personal call. The majority of the short communication involves a withdrawn segment, indicating the exchange was private rather than policy-oriented. No official government business, decisions, or strategic developments were recorded during this brief interaction.
John D. Ehrlichman contacted Edward L. Morgan to secure an expedited timeline for a presidential speech draft. Ehrlichman, speaking on behalf of the President, instructed Morgan to prioritize the delivery of Raymond K. Price, Jr.'s second draft over the weekend to allow for early review. The pair agreed that Morgan would either modify the initial draft or finalize the updated version to ensure the President could begin his work immediately.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone request with the White House operator to be connected with domestic affairs advisor John D. Ehrlichman. The call serves as a routine administrative step to facilitate a direct conversation between the President and his senior aide. No further policy or substantive matters are addressed during this brief exchange.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to determine the whereabouts of John D. Ehrlichman. The President requested that Ehrlichman be instructed to return his call upon arriving home after taking friends to the airport. Nixon noted that the matter was not urgent, but he sought to confirm that his message had been relayed.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discussed the drafting of an upcoming message to Congress regarding a moratorium on forced school busing. The President emphasized his desire to move away from busing as a remedy, advocating instead for the 'Equal Educational Opportunity Act' and increased funding for schools where minority students actually reside. They agreed to reject 'window dressing' civil rights provisions that could create a 'pandora's box' of new litigation, while Nixon reaffirmed his resolve to prioritize his administration's policy goals over the potential objections or resignations of career civil rights lawyers at HEW.
President Nixon held a brief, informal telephone conversation with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, and at least one unidentified male participant. Due to the extremely short duration and the withdrawal of the primary content as personal, the dialogue serves primarily as a record of familial contact. No substantive policy discussions or administrative decisions were documented during this brief exchange.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to place an outgoing call to Crosby S. Noyes, a journalist with the Washington Star. This brief exchange serves as the administrative initiation for the President to communicate directly with members of the press. No further substantive policy matters are discussed during this connection attempt.
President Nixon calls Washington Star journalist Crosby S. Noyes to announce that the pair of giant pandas gifted by the People's Republic of China will be housed at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. The President explains that this decision was based on the facility's national status and the favorable local climate, while noting that the animals' arrival is expected on April 1st. He further discusses the unusual logistical challenge of ensuring the pandas successfully learn mating behaviors before their departure from China.
H. R. Haldeman contacts the White House operator to facilitate a telephonic connection with Constance M. Stuart. The brief exchange serves as a procedural request to initiate this specific external communication. No further substantive policy matters or decisions are discussed during the brief interaction.
H. R. Haldeman briefs Constance Stuart on the President’s decision to house the two pandas arriving from China at the National Zoo. The announcement is framed to highlight First Lady Pat Nixon's strong recommendation, stemming from her firsthand inspection of the Peking Zoo and her assessment that the Washington climate is suitable for the animals. Stuart is tasked with coordinating a visit for Mrs. Nixon to inspect the zoo’s facilities upon the pandas' expected arrival around April 1.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to request a telephone connection with former staff member James Keogh. The brief exchange focused on locating and dialing Keogh's contact information. No further policy or strategic matters were addressed during this administrative interaction.
President Nixon spoke with James Keogh to acknowledge receipt of an autographed copy of Keogh's book, *President Nixon and the Press*. The conversation touched upon the content of the work, its comparison to Edith Efron's *The News Twister*, and brief mentions of personnel like Kenneth Clawson. Additionally, the two discussed research progress for Keogh's forthcoming project, including contributions from Charles "Bebe" Rebozo and Hobart Lewis.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to First Lady Thelma C. (“Pat”) Nixon. The brief interaction served as a formal request to establish a connection with the First Lady. No further substantive policy matters or administrative decisions were addressed during this specific bridge call.
President Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon discussed the logistics surrounding the arrival of giant pandas at the National Zoo, including potential media coverage and the First Lady's participation in related events. The conversation also touched upon the upcoming swearing-in ceremony for Marina von N. Whitman to the Council of Economic Advisers, specifically noting the reaction of her children. Additionally, the President briefly mentioned his schedule regarding the ongoing issue of school busing, referencing consultations with John Ehrlichman and Edward Morgan.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman consulted regarding the logistical planning and public announcement for the President's upcoming trip to Canada. A primary focus of the discussion involved determining the potential travel schedule and official participation of First Lady Pat Nixon. The pair coordinated the timing of the state visit's public release to ensure alignment with broader administrative objectives.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discussed the logistical planning for the upcoming presidential summit in the Soviet Union, specifically focusing on the composition of the official delegation and the inclusion of First Lady Pat Nixon. The pair also evaluated potential ambassadorial candidates for Cambodia, weighing the strategic benefits of a military versus a diplomatic background for the post. Nixon emphasized the importance of military experience in the context of ongoing pacification efforts and U.S. assistance programs in the region.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. This brief administrative exchange served solely to initiate official communication between the President and his press office. No further substantive matters were recorded during this brief interaction.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler coordinated messaging strategies for upcoming press briefings, specifically regarding contentious political issues like school busing and the ongoing ITT controversy. They analyzed the political implications of the ITT scandal, including potential connections to Peter M. Flanigan and the role of campaign contributions in the broader debate. Additionally, they touched upon the public reception of a book by James Keogh and addressed logistical details concerning the arrival of pandas at the National Zoo.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an outgoing call to special counsel Charles W. Colson. This communication served as a brief administrative bridge to facilitate a direct discussion between the President and a key political aide. No further dialogue was recorded on this specific line.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss strategies for managing negative press coverage regarding the International Telephone and Telegraph (ITT) scandal. They specifically address efforts to influence the Washington Star and journalist Smith Hempstone, as well as the investigation into Dita Beard and the involvement of White House staff. The conversation focuses on countering damaging narratives through media management and monitoring ongoing inquiries.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to initiate a telephone call to John N. Mitchell. The primary purpose of this brief communication was to facilitate a direct conversation between the President and the former Attorney General. No further substantive matters were recorded during this brief administrative request.
President Nixon initiated a brief communication with the White House operator to determine the current location of John N. Mitchell. The inquiry was intended to facilitate contact with Mitchell, who was confirmed to be at the Capitol. This exchange served as a logistical step to coordinate direct communication between the President and his former Attorney General.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call to speechwriter and aide William L. Safire. The brief interaction served exclusively as a logistical step to initiate communication with Safire. No further substantive policy matters or decisions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
President Nixon consulted with speechwriter William Safire to outline the thematic framework and key messaging for an upcoming national address regarding school busing. The discussion focused on drafting a clear public explanation of a proposed legislative moratorium on busing, while positioning the administration's stance against the backdrop of the Brown v. Board of Education ruling and the broader goal of improving educational equality. Nixon provided specific instructions regarding the speech's rhetorical tone and directed Safire to coordinate the drafting process with Raymond Price, Leonard Garment, Elliot Richardson, and John Ehrlichman to ensure a timely completion.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with special counsel Charles W. Colson. This administrative call served to initiate a direct line of communication between the President and a key political aide. No further details regarding the substance of the subsequent discussion were recorded.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss the ongoing political fallout surrounding the ITT antitrust investigation and the Dita Beard memo. They analyze various media reports, the potential testimony of Attorney General John Mitchell before Congress, and the strategic implications for the administration's public image. The conversation emphasizes managing congressional inquiries and media narratives, specifically comparing these investigative tactics to the historical Alger Hiss case.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his Press Secretary, Ronald L. Ziegler. The brief exchange served as a logistical request to initiate a direct line of communication between the President and his top spokesperson. No further policy discussions or substantive developments occurred during this brief administrative interaction.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to determine the current whereabouts of Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The brief interaction served to facilitate internal administrative communication and locate a key staff member. No further policy or substantive matters were addressed during this call.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his National Security Advisor, Henry Kissinger. This brief administrative interaction served as a formal request to initiate communication regarding ongoing national security matters. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this exchange as the President primarily sought to establish the link to Kissinger.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to determine the current whereabouts of Henry Kissinger. The operator confirmed that Kissinger was in New York and noted the presence of Alexander M. Haig, Jr. with him. This brief exchange served to locate the National Security Advisor for the President's immediate attention.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a direct connection to the Military Aide’s Office. This brief administrative interaction served as a logistical bridge to reach military staff for undisclosed purposes. No further substantive policy or operational developments were recorded during this brief exchange.
President Nixon consulted with Commander Craig S. Campbell to coordinate travel and recreational arrangements for an upcoming trip to Camp David. The brief exchange focused on logistical preparations, specifically involving the use of a helicopter for transport and the scheduling of a movie screening at the retreat. No major policy decisions were made during this brief administrative check-in.
President Nixon consulted with Cdr. Craig S. Campbell regarding his upcoming travel plans to Camp David. The discussion centered on coordinating the logistics for the trip, including the potential screening of a movie and considerations related to the local weather conditions. No significant policy decisions were made during this brief administrative check-in.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call to Commander Craig S. Campbell. The interaction served as a brief administrative request to connect the President with the Commander. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this short communication.
President Nixon consulted with Commander Craig S. Campbell to coordinate logistics for an upcoming trip to Camp David. The discussion focused on travel arrangements, specifically the timing and transportation method for the journey. H. R. Haldeman was identified as a key participant in the planning of these logistical details.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to Manolo Sanchez. The interaction was limited to this specific logistical request. No further substantive policy matters or broader administrative discussions took place during this brief exchange.
President Nixon held a brief telephone conversation with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez. The discussion consisted entirely of a withdrawn segment classified as personal and returnable. No substantive policy matters or administrative decisions were recorded during this exchange.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator regarding a scheduling request initiated by H. R. Haldeman. The primary purpose of the brief communication was to facilitate a requested telephone conversation between the President and John B. Connally. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this brief administrative exchange.
President Nixon and John B. Connally discussed the need for greater presidential control over conflicting economic statements issued by the Council of Economic Advisors and the State Department. The pair specifically addressed concerns regarding currency controls, international monetary policy, and recent press statements made by Herbert Stein, Marina von N. Whitman, and Nathaniel Samuels. Connally briefed the President on his upcoming speech to the Foreign Policy Council in New York, aiming to align the administration's public position on economic and trade issues.
President Nixon initiated a brief administrative call to the White House operator to request a connection with H. R. Haldeman. This communication functioned as a routine logistical step to facilitate direct contact between the President and his Chief of Staff. No further policy or substantive matters were discussed during this brief exchange.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman coordinated the management of official statements regarding international monetary affairs. They discussed the necessity of presidential approval for upcoming remarks from administration officials Herbert Stein, Ezra Solomon, and Marina von N. Whitman. Furthermore, Nixon addressed the potential resignation of Nathaniel Samuels following a previous press conference.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call to Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. This interaction served purely as a request for administrative assistance to establish a connection with a key staff member. No further substantive discussion or policy decisions were recorded during this brief communication.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to determine the whereabouts of Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The President specifically requested that the operator connect him to H.R. Haldeman. This brief administrative interaction served as a logistical step for the President to reach his Chief of Staff.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman coordinated the messaging and scheduling for press briefings regarding John B. Connally’s upcoming address on international monetary policy. The discussion focused on ensuring that economic statements from the Council of Economic Advisers and other officials remained aligned with Connally’s position. Haldeman received instructions to consult with key figures, including Herbert Stein, Nathaniel Samuels, and Connally, to manage personnel concerns and maintain a unified administrative stance on economic affairs.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an urgent communication with his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. This brief interaction served as a logistical bridge to connect the President with his primary aide for undisclosed business. No further substantive discussion or policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss the timing and messaging strategy for an upcoming speech regarding the contentious issue of busing. They coordinate on how to frame the administration's stance for the press and prepare for potential scrutiny from major outlets like the Washington Post and New York Times. The dialogue includes considerations of how this policy will be perceived by various political stakeholders, including Congress and black voters, as well as the potential for legislative or constitutional actions.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an urgent communication with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The brief interaction served as a logistical request to establish a telephone connection with his primary spokesperson. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this operator-assisted call.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler coordinated the communication strategy for an upcoming speech regarding school busing and a proposed constitutional amendment. They discussed the technical logistics of the broadcast, including lighting and delivery, while also strategizing on how to handle potential press reactions. Additionally, the pair touched upon the ongoing political fallout surrounding the ITT controversy.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an urgent communication with his Chief of Staff, H. R. Haldeman. The brief exchange served as a logistical request to place a telephone call to Haldeman at an late hour. No further policy or administrative matters were discussed during this brief administrative interaction.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman reviewed the reception and delivery of the President’s recent televised speech concerning school busing. They assessed congressional and public sentiment, noting support for legislative action and constitutional amendments from various lawmakers. The discussion also addressed media coverage, specifically critiques from CBS reporter Daniel Schorr regarding the constitutionality of the proposed anti-busing measures.
President Nixon consulted with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, and his son-in-law, David Eisenhower, regarding the political and constitutional implications of a proposed moratorium on school busing. The discussion focused on the administration's forthcoming strategy for presenting this legislation to Congress, including the potential impact on the 1972 presidential campaign. Nixon sought their perspectives on these legislative efforts while coordinating his messaging ahead of planned meetings with congressional leaders.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman reviewed the feedback and public reactions to the President’s recent address on school busing. They assessed the opinions of various political figures, media editors, and civic organizations while coordinating outreach efforts through staff members like John Ehrlichman and Charles Colson. Additionally, the pair discussed the ongoing ITT controversy, specifically focusing on the status of Dita Beard’s files.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an urgent connection to his Assistant for Domestic Affairs, John D. Ehrlichman. The brief communication served strictly as an administrative request to place a telephone call to Ehrlichman. No further substantive discussions or policy decisions were recorded during this brief exchange.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator late in the evening to request an urgent connection with his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. This administrative interaction highlights the typical protocol for facilitating high-level executive communication after hours. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief request for a telephone patch.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to determine the current location of his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. This brief inquiry was intended to facilitate direct communication with his senior aide late in the evening. The exchange focused exclusively on locating personnel to coordinate administrative or political business.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman coordinate the strategy for a high-stakes televised address regarding federal school busing policies. They discuss the legislative pursuit of a constitutional amendment and a moratorium, while weighing potential constitutional challenges and the anticipated reactions from the press and internal staff. To build political momentum, they finalize plans for a coordinated outreach campaign involving direct mail to Congress and a series of telegrams to be managed by Charles Colson.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call to Robert H. Finch. This brief administrative exchange served as a directive to connect the President with his counselor for a private consultation. No further substantive details regarding the purpose or content of the intended conversation are available.
President Nixon and Robert Finch discussed the political fallout surrounding the ITT controversy and the administration’s response to school busing. They evaluated potential negative impacts on the Republican Party and examined specific allegations involving Dita Beard and Edwin Reinecke. Nixon emphasized his lack of personal involvement in the California site selection process and strategized on managing public perception regarding these high-stakes political issues.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with Deputy Attorney General Richard G. Kleindienst. This administrative request served as a precursor to a direct consultation between the two men. No further substantive details regarding the purpose of the call were captured in this exchange.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to determine the whereabouts of Richard G. Kleindienst. The President specifically inquired about Kleindienst's current location in Los Angeles to facilitate communication. This brief administrative exchange served to coordinate the President's schedule and reach a key member of his administration.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an urgent communication with his aide, Stephen B. Bull. This brief exchange served as a logistical request to initiate a phone connection between the President and Bull. No further administrative or political policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative interaction.
President Nixon initiated a brief telephone call to his aide Stephen B. Bull in order to facilitate a connection to John D. Ehrlichman. The communication was cut short after a nine-second segment involving personal or sensitive material was withdrawn. No substantive policy matters were recorded before the call terminated.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. The brief interaction served as a logistical request to establish communication with a family member. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this exchange.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, discuss the positive public reception to the President's recent speech on school busing. Nixon notes that while some Southern politicians push for more aggressive legislative action, the administration remains focused on securing a moratorium on busing. The President expresses satisfaction that even Senate Majority Leader Mike Mansfield, despite expressing reservations, intends to support the proposed legislation.
President Richard Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, engaged in a brief telephone call. The conversation was personal in nature, as indicated by the withdrawal of the content under personal privacy exemptions. No substantive policy matters or administrative decisions were recorded during this exchange.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a personal telephone call. The primary purpose of the communication was to facilitate a conversation between the President and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. No further policy or administrative matters were addressed during this brief exchange.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, exchanged brief personal greetings during a short telephone call. The conversation consisted of informal pleasantries and did not address substantive policy or political matters. No decisions were reached, as the interaction served solely as a private familial check-in.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, engaged in a brief, personal telephone conversation. As the entirety of the audio content is marked as a withdrawn personal item, no substantive policy or political discussions are available for analysis. The record reflects a private communication between family members.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his National Security Advisor, Henry Kissinger. The brief exchange served as a routine administrative request to initiate communication between the two officials. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief procedural interaction.
President Nixon initiates a brief check-in with his National Security Advisor, Henry Kissinger, to ensure his comfort while Kissinger is vacationing in Acapulco, Mexico. The interaction serves as an informal wellness inquiry rather than a substantive policy discussion. No specific foreign policy decisions or action items were addressed during this short exchange.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger spoke briefly to touch base while Kissinger was vacationing in Acapulco, Mexico. The conversation focused on the accommodations, favorable weather, and the hospitality shown by local hosts. Nixon encouraged Kissinger to take advantage of the local tourist attractions, specifically suggesting he watch the cliff divers during his stay.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. This brief administrative interaction was solely intended to connect the President with his family. No policy matters or substantive government business were discussed during the exchange.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with Special Counsel Charles W. Colson. This brief administrative interaction served as the necessary logistical step to initiate a subsequent high-level consultation. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this specific exchange.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed the ongoing political damage control surrounding the ITT antitrust case and the contentious Dita Beard memorandum. They examined conflicting forensic reports regarding the authenticity of the document, specifically addressing discrepancies between FBI findings and independent expert analysis. The conversation centered on strategies to counter Democratic-led Senate hearings, including Republican Senator Hugh Scott's boycott and the push for Senate investigators to conduct interviews in Denver. The President emphasized the need to maintain a firm political stance against Democratic stalling tactics and to discredit the allegations surrounding the administration's involvement.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call to John B. Connally. This brief exchange served as a logistical request to establish communication between the President and the Treasury Secretary. No further policy discussions occurred during this brief administrative interaction.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to determine the whereabouts of John B. Connally. The President specifically requested that John D. Ehrlichman be contacted to provide this information. This brief administrative inquiry was conducted to facilitate communication with Connally.
President Nixon contacts the White House operator to adjust his communication schedule. He directs the operator to cancel a pending call to Stephen B. Bull. Instead, he requests that the operator attempt to place a call to Alexander Butterfield.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to cancel a pending call to his aide Stephen B. Bull. He instead directed the operator to initiate a call to Alexander P. Butterfield. This exchange highlights the President's shifting priorities regarding his immediate administrative communications.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate communication with Alexander P. Butterfield and Stephen B. Bull regarding scheduling constraints. The President expressed concerns that his current itinerary was too restrictive and directed Bull to adjust the schedule accordingly. This brief exchange served to coordinate key staff movements and recalibrate the President's upcoming agenda.
President Nixon directed his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to reorganize his upcoming schedule to better accommodate time-consuming meetings with Romanian official Manea Manescu. Nixon emphasized that translation requirements necessitate doubling the time allotted for foreign dignitaries, prompting the rescheduling of meetings with Gerard C. Smith and Raymond P. Shafer. These adjustments were intended to prevent scheduling bottlenecks and ensure sufficient time for high-level discussions.
President Nixon consulted with John B. Connally to confirm his ally's support for a hardline stance against drug permissiveness. Nixon expressed strong opposition to policies involving the legalization or distribution of heroin and marijuana. Connally affirmed his agreement with the President’s position, reinforcing Nixon's intent to promote these views in an upcoming public address.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The primary purpose of this communication was to connect with George P. Shultz, then serving as the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. No further details regarding the substance of the subsequent conversation were recorded.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to determine the whereabouts of George P. Shultz. The inquiry was specifically linked to the location or status of labor leader George Meany. No substantive policy decisions were reached during this brief administrative check.
President Nixon and George Shultz discuss Shultz's recent meeting with labor leader George Meany regarding Meany's potential resignation from the Pay Board amid tensions over wage and price controls. The conversation centers on Administration frustration with Federal Reserve Chairman Arthur Burns regarding rising interest rates, which Nixon views as contradictory to their economic stabilization program. Nixon and Shultz conclude that while they must manage these political optics carefully to avoid appearing as the sole champions of government regulation, they remain prepared to confront both Burns and labor leadership if necessary to maintain control over the economy.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his special counsel, Charles W. Colson. The brief exchange served as a routine administrative request to initiate communication between the President and a key advisor. No substantive policy matters or further action items were discussed during this initial connection.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed a variety of political and administrative issues, including the status of Democratic-led ITT hearings and the potential resignation of George Meany from the Pay Board. The President emphasized his intent to take a firm stance against labor leaders if they chose to leave the board, prioritizing national interest over special interests. Additionally, the pair reviewed the media reception of recent White House initiatives, specifically praising the President’s aggressive rhetoric regarding inter-agency competition in drug control efforts.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield coordinate the secure exchange of briefing materials, including a current briefing book and a previous version containing Nixon's handwritten notes. Butterfield confirms he will have Manolo Sanchez deliver these documents to the President immediately. The brief exchange concludes with Butterfield arranging for the materials to be routed through an assistant.
President Nixon initiates a call to the White House operator to facilitate a follow-up conversation with Charles W. Colson. The President specifically inquires about the status of ongoing developments regarding wage policies. This brief exchange serves to coordinate high-level communication regarding the administration's economic initiatives.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed the potential resignation of George Meany from the Pay Board, debating whether Meany's departure would offer an opportunity for the administration to establish stricter, government-controlled wage policies. They agreed that any effort to accommodate labor would project weakness and dismissed the necessity of maintaining a tripartite structure. Additionally, the pair strategized on how to counter negative press coverage and congressional investigations related to the ITT case, emphasizing the need to expose the media's bias and coordinate supportive commentary through journalists like Willard Edwards.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to initiate a telephone call to his special counsel, Charles W. Colson. The interaction served as a routine administrative request to facilitate direct communication between the President and a key advisor. The call was successfully placed, connecting Nixon with Colson for a private consultation.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed the political fallout following George Meany's resignation from the Wage Board, agreeing on the need for a hardline public relations strategy to frame Meany as an obstructionist to the public interest. The two men explored strategies for restructuring the board—potentially moving toward a wholly public membership—while leveraging the conflict to align the administration with the public's concerns regarding rising food prices. Nixon instructed Colson to pressure George Shultz to finalize a new board proposal and develop a stronger stance on controlling food costs despite potential friction with the agricultural sector.
President Richard Nixon initiated a telephone call through the White House operator, but the communication attempt proved unsuccessful. The recording consists solely of the administrative effort to establish a connection before the call was terminated. No substantive policy matters or further developments occurred during this brief interaction.