38 conversations found
On March 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and Tricia Nixon Cox talked on the telephone from 7:41 pm to 7:47 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon speaks with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, to discuss various personal and official matters. Their conversation covers updates regarding the President’s recent schedule, including the state visit of Turkish Prime Minister Nihat Erim and the status of an opium agreement. They also touch upon George Meany’s health and the President's public statement, before concluding with a discussion about Tricia's upcoming plans at Camp David.
On March 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:47 pm and 7:53 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an outgoing call to his special counsel, Charles W. Colson. The brief communication served solely as a logistical request to initiate this connection. No substantive policy matters or tactical decisions were discussed during this exchange.
On March 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 7:53 pm to 8:05 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss a strategic media push to frame the President’s recent Pay Board confrontation with AFL-CIO leader George Meany as a stand against special interests. The two also address the ongoing controversy surrounding the International Telephone and Telegraph (ITT) case, specifically expressing frustration over inconclusive FBI reports and potential leaks to Senator Edward Kennedy. Colson is tasked with notifying John Ehrlichman of concerns regarding Kennedy's prior knowledge of sensitive investigations, reflecting the administration's belief in systemic bureaucratic hostility.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:18 am and 9:38 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief request to the White House operator to be connected with Charles W. Colson. This administrative call serves as a logistical step to facilitate direct communication with his special counsel. No further substantive policy discussions occur during this brief interaction.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:20 am and 9:38 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discuss the administration's struggle with internal discipline and the tendency of staff members to speak publicly without authorization. Frustrated by the lack of message control, Nixon directs Ehrlichman to instruct an unidentified subordinate to remain silent regarding sensitive issues. The pair briefly touch upon concerns regarding personnel resignations and potential inquiries they might face during an upcoming press conference.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:20 am and 9:38 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate a telephonic connection. The brief interaction served to establish communication for an outgoing call. No further substantive policy matters or specific decisions were recorded during this exchange.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 9:38 am to 9:45 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss the political fallout of an FBI report regarding the ITT case, which appears to contradict claims of document forgery by Dita Beard. Concerned that the FBI’s findings support allegations against the administration, Nixon and Colson strategize on using expert testimony from McCrone and Tytell to create public confusion and neutralize the report's impact. They agree on the urgency of the situation, deciding to move quickly to challenge the narrative before it is fully solidified by the Senate Judiciary Committee.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Charles W. Colson, and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 9:38 am to 9:45 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss the status of an FBI report and potential political maneuvering involving ITT and other figures. The participants weigh the risks of challenging the FBI's position versus utilizing external events to their advantage. They emphasize the need for rapid action to influence public perception and media coverage.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:45 am and 9:50 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, informal meeting with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. While no transcript is available to verify the specific substance of the discussion, the interaction reflects the routine daily contact between the President and his longtime staff member. Given the brief duration of the encounter, no major policy developments or significant administrative decisions were recorded.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, unknown person(s), and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:45 am and 9:50 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual and his valet, Manolo Sanchez, to coordinate preparations for an upcoming departure. The discussion focused on logistical arrangements, specifically referencing British borders and an unspecified delivery. Following these administrative checks, the President prepared to transition to his next scheduled engagement.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:45 am and 9:50 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met briefly in the Old Executive Office Building to coordinate the Chief of Staff's daily schedule. The discussion served as a routine administrative check-in to align the President's priorities with Haldeman's upcoming agenda. No specific policy decisions were finalized during this brief encounter.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:45 am and 12:54 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request to the White House operator to place a telephone call to his special counsel, Charles W. Colson. The exchange serves solely as a logistical task to facilitate communication between the President and a key advisor. No substantive policy matters or decisions were discussed during this brief administrative interaction.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 9:50 am to 10:45 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discussed a wide range of political and administrative issues, including George Meany’s resignation from the Pay Board and strategies for managing media coverage of the administration. They evaluated the performance of Treasury Secretary John Connally and explored public relations tactics, such as potential fireside chats and regional media appearances. The conversation also touched on sensitive geopolitical strategies regarding the Middle East, the Soviet Union, and balancing domestic support among Jewish voters.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 10:45 am and 12:54 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual in the Executive Office Building to review the physical presentation and binding specifications of a briefing book. The discussion focused on logistical instructions regarding the document's production and preparation. No policy-related developments were recorded, as the exchange remained limited to administrative oversight of the materials.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 10:45 am and 12:54 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. This brief interaction served administrative purposes to connect the President with another party for further discussion. No substantive policy matters or decisions were recorded during this connection request.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 10:45 am and 12:54 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a meeting with an unidentified individual in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss matters of unknown significance. Due to the lack of available transcripts and the presence of withdrawn material, the specific objectives and outcomes of the engagement remain unrecorded. The encounter concluded prior to 12:54 pm without any documented developments.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 10:45 am and 12:54 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The recording is extremely brief and consists primarily of a withdrawn segment categorized as personal, indicating no substantive policy discussions occurred. Consequently, there were no significant political developments or action items resulting from this brief interaction.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 10:45 am and 12:54 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The primary focus of the brief interaction involved relaying a message intended for John B. Connally via personal secretary Rose Mary Woods. No other substantive policy or administrative matters were recorded during this session.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 10:45 am and 12:54 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction concluded with Sanchez departing the office, leaving the President to inquire about his staff member's whereabouts. No significant policy discussions or administrative decisions occurred during this brief encounter.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 10:45 am and 12:54 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a meeting with an unidentified individual in the Old Executive Office Building to conduct undisclosed administrative or policy business. Due to the lack of an available transcript or specific log details, the precise nature of the discussion remains undocumented. This interaction reflects the ongoing, private internal consultations typical of the Nixon presidency that were captured by the White House taping system.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 12:54 pm to 1:12 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss media management strategies to counter perceived negative coverage, focusing on ways to discredit critics and news organizations through orchestrated public campaigns. The two discuss mobilizing supporters to write letters to editors and network executives to protest perceived bias and unfair reporting. Nixon emphasizes the need for an aggressive, proactive communication strategy to control the narrative rather than waiting until the election cycle to respond.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 12:54 pm to 1:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed political strategy regarding the ITT antitrust controversy, the upcoming press conference, and their efforts to discredit George Meany and Democratic opposition. Colson provided updates on FBI document testing and advised that ITT should publicly release their own expert reports to create doubt, while Nixon emphasized the importance of aggressive media management and partisan messaging. The pair also explored legislative tactics, including a potential presidential veto of equal-time broadcast legislation, and discussed exploiting divisions within the AFL-CIO to damage the political standing of labor leadership.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:12 pm and 1:16 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss political maneuvering surrounding legislative efforts to address Section 315 equal-time requirements for television broadcasts. Nixon expresses concern that Democrats are manipulating these regulations to force candidate debates and gain free airtime while exploiting minority party candidates. The conversation also touches on broader strategies to attack the Democratic opposition regarding their stance on controversial social issues, including school racial balancing.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:12 pm and 1:16 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his Press Secretary, Ronald L. Ziegler. This brief administrative interaction served solely as a request to initiate communication with a key staff member. No further substantive policy matters or decisions were discussed during this specific call.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:16 pm to 1:17 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler discuss the strategic implications of avoiding televised presidential debates during the 1972 election cycle. Nixon expresses concern that agreeing to debates would inadvertently provide major television networks and opposing candidates with millions of dollars in free airtime. Ultimately, the President characterizes his refusal to debate as a tactical move to deny his political rivals a significant media advantage.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler talked on the telephone from 1:16 pm to 1:17 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler coordinate a brief meeting to finalize preparations for an upcoming presidential press conference. The discussion focuses on reviewing last-minute questions and potential talking points to ensure the President is adequately briefed. Ziegler confirms his immediate availability to join Nixon for these final deliberations.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:24 pm to 2:00 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Ronald Ziegler and H.R. Haldeman to strategically prepare for an upcoming press conference. The discussion focused on maintaining a firm but composed demeanor, particularly when addressing volatile topics like national economic policy, food prices, and busing legislation. The President also sought advice on handling potential political inquiries regarding the Soviet Union trip, the ITT controversy, and his interactions with the press corps to ensure effective communication of his administration's agenda.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 1:28 pm to 1:29 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed the administration's strategic response to a recent increase in the prime interest rate. Conveying advice from John B. Connally, Haldeman suggested that the administration publicly criticize the banks' justification for the hike, which cited anticipation of future demand. Nixon agreed with this stance, emphasizing that the rate increase was premature and that the administration preferred to see interest rates decline.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:29 pm and 2:05 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon requested that the White House operator connect him with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The brief exchange served as a logistical instruction to facilitate direct communication with his press office. No further policy discussions or significant developments occurred during this brief request.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:05 pm to 2:06 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler discuss strategies to counter criticism of the administration's economic policies, specifically regarding unemployment figures. Nixon emphasizes that critics are selectively highlighting specific statistical data to allege policy failure while ignoring the broader, more positive economic trajectory. They agree to adopt a more assertive messaging strategy to defend the administration's overall economic record.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler talked on the telephone from 2:05 pm to 2:06 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler coordinate the sequence of questioning for an upcoming press conference. They finalize a strategy to prioritize the wire services, specifically directing that Frank Cormier of the Associated Press and the representative from United Press International be called upon first and second, respectively. Ziegler is tasked with relaying this order to the reporters and notifying the President of any necessary adjustments prior to the event.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:06 pm and 2:22 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a phone call to the White House operator to be connected with Senator Edward J. Gurney of Florida. The brief exchange serves as a logistical bridge to facilitate direct communication between the President and the Senator. No substantive political or policy discussions occur during this operator-assisted request.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:06 pm and 2:22 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a telephonic communication. The exchange served primarily as an administrative bridge to initiate a separate call to an unnamed party. No substantive policy discussions or significant political developments occurred during this brief interaction.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Edward J. Gurney met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:22 pm to 2:23 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 326-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Senator Edward J. Gurney to offer encouragement regarding Gurney’s aggressive approach toward media criticism and labor unions. Nixon affirmed his support for Gurney's “hard line” stance, comparing the need to check labor power in the 20th century to the regulation of business in the 19th century. The brief exchange served as a morale-boosting gesture of solidarity between the President and the Senator.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Edward J. Gurney talked on the telephone from 2:22 pm to 2:23 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated this call to commend Senator Edward Gurney for his political performance and his recent support during the Florida primary. The two discussed their shared disdain for George Meany, with Nixon comparing the labor leader's perceived arrogance to 19th-century business titans. Nixon encouraged Gurney to continue his aggressive public stance, reaffirming their mutual alignment against Meany's influence.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:23 pm and 2:59 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 328-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to request refreshments. The brief interaction consisted solely of the President asking Sanchez to bring him a cup of coffee. No other policy matters or official business were discussed during this exchange.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Ralph Harris, John F. Osborne, Peter Lisagor, Charles W. Bailey, Robert B. Semple, Jr., Donald Bacon, Jack Germond, R. H. Shackford, Jim Cary, Sarah McLendon, Lucian C Warren, John Cauley, Frank van der Linden, Jim Deakin, Jesse Lewis, Gaylord Shaw, Bob Toth, David Kraslow, Courtney Sheldon, Jerald F. ("Jerry") terHorst, Dave Barnett, Martin Nolan, Jack Leacocas, Clark R. Mollenhoff, Martin Schram, Edgar Allen Poe, Fred Bonavita, George Embrey, Frank Kane, Ed O'Brien, Phil Potter, and Ross Mark met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:02 pm to 3:39 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 693-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a formal press conference in the Oval Office with a large group of journalists to address current domestic and foreign policy concerns. During the session, he discussed his administration's economic initiatives regarding inflation and food prices, defended his school desegregation and anti-busing policies, and addressed controversies surrounding ITT and the confirmation of his Attorney General nominee. Additionally, Nixon provided updates on international affairs, including the military situation in Vietnam, his upcoming trip to the Soviet Union, and ongoing Strategic Arms Limitation Talks (SALT).
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Ronald L. Ziegler, Stephen B. Bull, Charles W. Colson, and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:39 pm to 5:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 693-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his senior staff, including H. R. Haldeman, Ronald Ziegler, and Charles Colson, to review the performance and content of his recent press conference. They discussed the effectiveness of his responses to various topics, specifically his firm stance on marijuana legalization, his handling of the ITT antitrust controversy, and his efforts to blame previous Democratic administrations for current economic and regulatory problems. The President and his advisors expressed satisfaction with the 'glass houses' rhetoric used to deflect criticism and finalized strategies to continue blaming the middleman for rising food prices.