John D. Ehrlichman briefed President Nixon on an agenda for an upcoming press conference and shared perspectives from Ron Ziegler. The discussion touched upon the 1972 presidential campaign, specifically focusing on the political credibility of George McGovern's running mate, Thomas F. Eagleton, and his potential status on the Democratic ticket. The brief meeting centered on strategizing how these campaign developments might impact the President's public messaging.
On July 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:44 pm to 1:47 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 350-042 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 350-42 Date: July 26, 1972 Time: 1:44 pm - 1:47 pm Location: Old Executive Office Building John D. Ehrlichman talked with the President. [See Conversation No. 27-81] Ehrlichman’s briefing -Ronald L. Ziegler’s view -Agenda -The President’s forthcoming press conference 1972 campaign -Credibility -Thomas F. Eagleton -George S. McGovern -Continuance on ticket -Press -Nelson A. Rockefeller
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