President Nixon held a brief, informal meeting with Senator Strom Thurmond to express personal gratitude for the Senator's steadfast political support. The conversation primarily focused on exchanging well-wishes for the health of Thurmond’s family members, specifically regarding a hospitalization. Nixon acknowledged the vital role played by Thurmond’s political allies, emphasizing their continued alliance ahead of the election.
On October 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Strom Thurmond met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:55 pm to 7:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 369-030 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 369-30 Date: October 18, 1972 Time: 7:55 pm - 7:57 pm Location: Executive Office Building The President talked with Strom Thurmond. [See Conversation No. 31-134; one item has been withdrawn]
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