Nixon White House Tapes › Tape 379
Nixon White House Tape 379 (November 1, 1972)
19 conversations · Old Executive Office Building · about 2 hr 31 min of released audio
Featuring Nixon, Price, Acker, Colson, Jurgenson
President Nixon met with Marjorie P. Acker to discuss administrative coordination regarding his upcoming "Look to the Future" radio and television address. The conversation focused on clarifying instructions for Acker regarding the handling of sensitive Vietnam War-related materials intended for Henry Kissinger and speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. Nixon directed Acker to consult with the appropriate staff to resolve confusion over the clearance and routing of these specific segments.
President Nixon and speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. confer briefly to coordinate the drafting of a short speech segment or document. The President instructs Price to finalize the text after reviewing a colleague’s submission to ensure the material aligns with broader objectives. The discussion centers on immediate administrative drafting tasks and the necessity for efficient communication regarding the document's structure.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator regarding the status of professional football player Sonny Jurgensen. The operator informed the President that Jurgensen was currently hospitalized at Georgetown University Hospital. This brief exchange served to confirm the athlete's location for the President.
President Nixon spoke briefly with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. No substantive policy matters or political discussions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange. The interaction served solely as a technical connection to initiate communication with another party.
President Nixon met with speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. to coordinate follow-up efforts regarding discussions held with an individual named Saylor. Nixon expressed a desire to delve deeper into specific topics previously touched upon during a briefing session. The brief exchange focused on establishing better communication alignment between the two men and scheduling further collaboration.
President Nixon initiated a brief contact with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The interaction served primarily as a logistical bridge to connect the President with another party. No substantive policy discussions or significant political developments occurred during this brief exchange.
President Nixon and speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. engaged in a brief discussion to reschedule an earlier meeting due to a conflict with an appointment involving "Coral." The President directed Price to coordinate with "Cigar" and encouraged him to speak with Ross to gain a better sense of the current situation. The brief exchange focused primarily on logistics and setting a new time for the two to consult.
President Nixon held a brief telephone conversation with Christian A. "Sonny" Jurgensen to offer encouragement following Jurgensen's recent hospitalization due to an injury. Nixon expressed sympathy regarding the incident and urged Jurgensen to maintain his morale and competitive spirit despite the setback. The conversation served primarily as a gesture of personal support rather than a discussion of administrative or policy matters.
President Nixon met with Marjorie P. Acker to discuss the drafting of his upcoming radio and television address titled "Look to the Future." The brief session also addressed the scheduling of a follow-up meeting with speechwriter Patrick J. Buchanan to refine the address. This consultation served to coordinate the President's public communications strategy as the administration prepared for the impending broadcast.
President Nixon met with Patrick J. Buchanan to discuss campaign strategy, press relations, and managing the political fallout from the 1972 presidential election. The two focused on countering the perceived double standards of the liberal media, which they argued were shielding George McGovern from accountability while unfairly attacking the Nixon administration. Nixon directed Buchanan to orchestrate a public counterattack, emphasizing the need to frame the election as a repudiation of radical ideologies—such as busing, welfare, and permissive social policies—rather than just a critique of the McGovern campaign's style.
President Nixon and Raymond K. Price, Jr. discussed the communication strategy for the final stretch of the 1972 presidential campaign, specifically evaluating the effectiveness of public rallies versus radio addresses. The President expressed frustration with disruptive hecklers and emphasized the need for controlled, broadcast-based messaging to reach a broader audience. A primary focus was finalizing a major speech titled 'Look to the Future,' where Nixon refined his rhetoric on 'peace with honor' regarding Vietnam, underscoring his refusal to be rushed into a settlement agreement by election-year deadlines.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to draft a proposal regarding a specific building project. This brief interaction served as a directive for administrative support in documenting or formalizing plans for the structure. The conversation concluded immediately after the President issued the request.
President Nixon initiates a brief communication with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The President confirms his readiness to connect, requesting assistance to establish a line for an upcoming conversation. No substantive policy discussions or complex directives occur during this short administrative exchange.
President Nixon consulted with John A. Scali regarding a personal matter involving a potential future commitment. The brief exchange centered on Nixon’s recent conversation with professional football player Sonny Jurgensen and the President's deliberation over an unspecified offer or request. Nixon ultimately expressed a desire to keep the matter private, concluding the discussion without any further formal action.
President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger and Charles Colson to coordinate strategy for his 'Look to the Future' radio address and manage the final stretch of the 1972 presidential campaign. Discussions centered on Vietnam negotiations, with the President emphasizing the need to avoid a rushed settlement for political gain, and on countering George McGovern through aggressive messaging on social issues like busing and welfare. The group reviewed campaign tactics, including analyzing public sentiment in response to violent demonstrators in Boston and utilizing radio to maintain electoral pressure.
President Nixon held a brief meeting with his longtime valet, Manolo Sanchez, at the Old Executive Office Building. The interaction was limited to the delivery of refreshments to the President. No substantive political or policy matters were discussed during this brief interval.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman met to coordinate final logistical and strategic planning for the closing stages of the 1972 presidential campaign. The discussion focused on scheduling upcoming travel and campaign appearances in states like North Carolina and New Mexico, while also addressing technical preparations and staging requirements for a televised address. The two also assessed media coverage and public opinion polls to refine their messaging in the final days before the election.
President Nixon spoke with the White House operator to facilitate a telephonic connection. This brief exchange served as a logistical step to initiate an outgoing call to another party. No substantive policy discussions or executive decisions occurred during this connection attempt.
President Nixon and Charles Colson met to discuss campaign strategy and the political climate just days before the 1972 presidential election. The discussion focused on recent public demonstrations in Boston, the perceived shift in support among blue-collar voters, and the electoral outlook in Massachusetts. The pair assessed the influence of figures like Ted Kennedy and George McGovern while evaluating key campaign issues, including the economy and voter motivation, to ensure a decisive victory.