50 conversations found
On November 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone at Camp David from 8:33 pm to 8:35 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 153-050 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directed H.R. Haldeman to initiate a direct, firm conversation with Secretary of State William P. Rogers regarding the administration's second-term reorganization. Nixon provided a specific briefing on the status of various cabinet members, including the departures of George Romney, John Volpe, and James Hodgson, as well as the retention of George Shultz and Richard Kleindienst. Furthermore, the two discussed concerns raised by the First Lady and family regarding potential negative press coverage of the transition, ultimately concluding that the public reaction to the President's recent interview with Jack Horner had been positive.
On November 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David from 8:33 pm to 8:35 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss personnel management and the perception of the administration's internal culture. Nixon directs Haldeman to address sensitive staffing matters with Larry and expresses concern over reports from family members, including Julie and Tricia, that his administration is perceived as being overly cold and hard-hearted. The President seeks to evaluate the administration's public standing and communications strategies in response to these criticisms.
On November 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 8:35 pm and 8:40 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 153-051 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the Camp David operator to request a telephone connection with Patricia B. McKee. The brief communication served solely as a logistical instruction to facilitate this personal or professional call. No other substantive policy or political matters were discussed during this exchange.
On November 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 8:35 pm and 8:40 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief communication via the Camp David operator to request a phone connection with Travis McKee. This interaction serves purely as a functional attempt to place an outgoing call from the Aspen Lodge. No substantive policy matters or strategic discussions occurred during this brief exchange.
On November 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Patricia B. McKee met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David from 8:40 pm to 8:41 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a brief check-in with Patricia B. McKee while at Camp David to inquire about her dinner and confirm her availability for the following day. The exchange served primarily as a personal wellness check rather than a substantive policy discussion. Nixon concluded the brief call by noting that he had minor administrative matters to address with her the next morning.
On November 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Patricia B. McKee talked on the telephone at Camp David from 8:40 pm to 8:41 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 153-052 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a brief, informal telephone call to Patricia B. McKee while she was attending a dinner at Laurel Lodge. The purpose of the contact was to check on the quality of her evening rather than to conduct official business. Nixon concluded the conversation by stating that he would provide her with routine work assignments the following morning.
On November 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at 8:47 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon communicated with the Camp David operator to facilitate a connection or inquiry regarding a specific individual located in New York City. The brief exchange focused on verifying the person's location and establishing contact through the White House switchboard. No significant policy decisions were made during this logistical coordination.
On November 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 8:47 pm and 8:53 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 153-054 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the Camp David operator to facilitate a telephone call to Paul W. Keyes, a television producer and frequent associate. The President requested that the White House operator connect him to Keyes, who was located in Los Angeles at the time. This brief administrative interaction served as a logistical step to bridge communication between the President and Keyes.
On November 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at 8:47 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 153-053 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the Camp David operator to facilitate a personal phone call to Ann Duggan in New York City. He instructed the operator to coordinate with the White House switchboard to retrieve the necessary contact information. This administrative exchange served as the preparatory step for completing the outgoing call.
On November 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 8:47 pm and 8:53 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief request for the Camp David operator to establish a telephone connection. The conversation centers on the operator informing the President that the intended recipient of the call is currently located in Los Angeles. This interaction serves as a functional logistics check to facilitate communication with a specific individual.
On November 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Paul W. Keyes talked on the telephone at Camp David from 8:53 pm to 8:56 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 153-055 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon calls Paul W. Keyes to extend an invitation for an upcoming post-Thanksgiving getaway at Mermaid Key with Robert Abplanalp and Bebe Rebozo. The two briefly discuss the President's recent landslide election victory, with Nixon noting that his electoral margin surpassed that of Lyndon B. Johnson. Keyes commends the tone of Nixon's victory remarks, and they finalize logistical plans for their Florida trip.
On November 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Paul W. Keyes met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David from 8:53 pm to 8:56 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and television producer Paul W. Keyes coordinate a post-Thanksgiving trip to Florida for a period of relaxation. During the brief planning discussion, the two touched upon the electoral success of the 1972 campaign, with Nixon noting that his margin surpassed that of Lyndon Johnson. The conversation concluded with the pair firming up travel logistics for their upcoming getaway.
On November 17, 1972, Camp David operator and President Richard M. Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 8:56 pm and 11:59 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-023 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held an administrative discussion with a Camp David operator to facilitate communication logistics. The brief exchange served to establish necessary connections for the President's ongoing work at the Aspen Lodge. No substantive policy decisions or political developments were recorded during this brief technical interaction.
On November 17, 1972, Camp David operator and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 8:56 pm and 11:59 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 153-056 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon attempted to place a telephone call to Ann Duggan, but the Camp David operator reported that she could not be reached at either her New York or California residences. After receiving confirmation that there was no answer at both locations, the President instructed the operator to abandon the effort. No further action was taken regarding the call.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:45 am and 9:39 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-024 of the White House Tapes.
In this memorandum, President Nixon dictates his reflections on the reorganization of his second-term administration, focusing on personnel dynamics and structural changes. He evaluates the ongoing friction between Henry Kissinger and William P. Rogers, compares the bureaucratic management styles of Elliot Richardson and George P. Shultz, and weighs the political liabilities of retaining Charles W. Colson amidst the growing Watergate controversy. Nixon ultimately emphasizes the necessity of protecting the integrity of the presidency by removing staff who have become political distractions.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:45 am and 9:39 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 153-057 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the Camp David operator to facilitate an outgoing call to Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The conversation was strictly administrative, serving solely as a request to connect with a senior staff member. No policy matters or further substantive discussions were conducted during this brief exchange.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:45 am and 9:39 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-026 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon engages in a wide-ranging discussion concerning his foreign and domestic policy agenda. The dialogue touches upon the influence of British political traditions, historical campaign tactics like those used in 1948, and the importance of maintaining a consistent policy course. The conversation reflects on the strategic utility of media criticism and concludes with a brief exchange regarding impending administrative tasks.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:45 am and 9:39 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-030 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon communicated with the Camp David operator from the Aspen Lodge study to address logistical or administrative needs at the retreat. This brief exchange reflects the routine coordination required for the President while working at the facility. No substantive policy matters or strategic developments were recorded during this interaction.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, unknown person(s), and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:45 am and 9:39 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-029 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual to discuss the strategic distribution of a political column. Nixon directed that the material be sent to Charles Colson for dissemination among key opinion leaders and specifically requested that it be shared with McKinnon. This action reflects the administration's ongoing efforts to influence public discourse through targeted media outreach.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:45 am and 9:39 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-025 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, at Camp David to coordinate the logistical details of his return to Washington, D.C. The discussion focused on the timing of his departure and the handling of correspondence from a woman identified as McKee. Nixon directed Sanchez to ensure that the letter was delivered for his review once its preparation was finalized.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles G. ("Bebe") Rebozo met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:45 am and 9:39 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-027 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his close associate Charles G. "Bebe" Rebozo met at Camp David to discuss logistics for their upcoming travel and holiday plans. They coordinated transportation arrangements, with the President offering Rebozo a ride back to Washington, D.C., via helicopter. Additionally, the pair finalized itinerary details for a post-Thanksgiving trip to Florida, including potential stops at Grand Key and meetings with acquaintances like Paul Keyes.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:45 am and 9:39 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-028 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictates a letter to British journalist Bernard Levin to express appreciation for his public support during the 1972 election cycle. Acknowledging that Levin likely faced professional backlash from his peers in the British press for backing a Republican candidate, Nixon seeks to reinforce their professional rapport. The recording captures the President finalizing the phrasing of this acknowledgment and arranging for the correspondence to be processed through his office.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David from 9:39 am to 9:57 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-031 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler discuss public relations strategy regarding the President's upcoming schedule and the administration's ongoing cabinet and staff reorganization. Nixon directs Ziegler to emphasize that he is actively working on critical negotiating positions for SALT and Vietnam, while clarifying that his travel between Washington and Camp David is a matter of administrative necessity rather than scheduled meetings. Furthermore, they coordinate the messaging for the staff transition to ensure it is perceived as an orderly, renewal-focused process rather than a dismissive or 'heartless' purge.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler talked on the telephone at Camp David from 9:39 am to 9:57 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 153-058 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Ronald Ziegler discussed media strategy regarding the administration's upcoming second-term reorganization and the President's personal involvement in critical policy negotiations. Nixon clarified that his brief return to Washington was for personal matters and to work on sensitive documents in the Lincoln Sitting Room, rather than to hold formal meetings. They coordinated on messaging to portray the reorganization as an orderly, thoughtful process meant to reenergize the government, while actively countering negative press perceptions of the administration as "heartless." Furthermore, Nixon provided instructions on how to frame his upcoming work on Vietnam and SALT II negotiations to emphasize his personal oversight of technical details.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 9:57 am and 10:25 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-034 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictated a personal letter to his old friend Eddie Dugan while providing instructions to staff members, including Raymond K. Price, Jr., on managing post-election correspondence. He emphasized the importance of carefully culling mail from celebrities and longtime associates to ensure personalized, accurate responses. The dictated letter to Dugan reflected on their shared history, dating back to a 1934 cross-country trip and their time at Duke University, while acknowledging Dugan’s enduring political support.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 9:57 am and 10:25 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-032 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictates a personal letter to Ann Duggan to express gratitude for the enduring friendship she and her late husband, Tom Duggan, provided his family over the decades. He specifically acknowledges Tom Duggan’s critical role in encouraging him to persevere in his political career following the 1962 election defeat. The letter serves as a formal recognition of the Duggan family's support during both the Nixon family's difficult political periods and their eventual electoral success.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles G. ("Bebe") Rebozo met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 9:57 am and 10:25 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-033 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his confidant Charles G. “Bebe” Rebozo at Camp David to discuss logistics regarding the President’s return to Washington, D.C. The discussion focused primarily on transportation arrangements for the trip. The conversation concluded with brief coordination on travel plans before Rebozo’s departure.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:06 am and 11:44 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-081 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon coordinated with the White House operator to facilitate communication regarding the travel schedules and locations of the First Family, specifically mentioning Pat Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, Tricia Nixon Cox, and Edward R. F. Cox. This brief exchange served to track the whereabouts of family members during the weekend. No major policy decisions were made during this logistical coordination.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:06 am and 11:44 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-082 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a personal phone call to his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. The conversation was strictly administrative, serving solely as a request to connect the President with a family member. No policy matters or official government business were addressed during this brief exchange.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:06 am and 11:44 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-080 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon spoke with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The conversation serves primarily as a logistical step for the President to reach another party. No substantive policy discussions or significant presidential decisions are contained within this brief exchange.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and Tricia Nixon Cox talked on the telephone from 11:44 am to 11:45 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-083 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, informal telephone conversation with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, facilitated by a White House operator. The exchange served as a personal check-in between the President and his daughter. No policy matters or significant political decisions were discussed during this brief communication.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:45 am and 11:47 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-084 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an immediate telephonic connection with his Assistant to the President for Domestic Affairs, John D. Ehrlichman. The brief exchange served exclusively as a procedural request to initiate this official communication. No further substantive policy discussions were recorded during this specific interaction.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 11:47 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-085 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon coordinated his immediate schedule through the White House operator to facilitate communication with key advisors. The President requested that John D. Ehrlichman contact him upon his arrival at the White House. Additionally, Nixon directed the operator to place a follow-up call to former Treasury Secretary John B. Connally.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:55 am and 11:57 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-086 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an outgoing call to Leonard Garment. This brief communication served solely as a logistical request to connect the President with his advisor. No policy discussions or substantive developments occurred during this interaction.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:55 am and 11:57 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-087 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon requested a telephone connection to Leonard Garment while receiving a status update from the White House operator regarding John Connally. The operator informed the President that Connally was currently located on an island off the coast of Texas and reachable only via radio. Nixon declined a radio-based connection, deciding instead to wait until the following evening to communicate with Connally via a standard telephone line.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Leonard Garment talked on the telephone from 11:57 am to 12:01 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-088 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon calls Leonard Garment to coordinate a meeting at Camp David regarding the reorganization of his second-term cabinet. Nixon emphasizes his intent to break free from bureaucratic constraints by installing new personnel, specifically noting plans to move Caspar Weinberger into a major cabinet position and reassign Elliot Richardson. The conversation also transitions into a discussion on political conduct, with Nixon criticizing George McGovern’s 1972 concession statement while reflecting on his own history of gracious election losses.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone from 12:02 pm to 12:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-089 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discussed the ongoing Vietnam peace negotiations, specifically addressing concerns that the South Vietnamese government was attempting to delay or obstruct the process. Kissinger reported that Ambassador Ellsworth Bunker was encountering resistance from South Vietnamese officials, but the pair agreed that the U.S. could not delay the Paris negotiations or risk an open break with Saigon at this stage. Nixon instructed Kissinger to maintain a firm stance and finalize the best possible agreement, opting to manage the South Vietnamese response after the terms in Paris were settled.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman talked on the telephone from 12:12 pm to 12:13 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-090 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discuss the potential retention of Peter G. Peterson during the administration's second-term reorganization. Nixon expresses a softened stance on Peterson's value, suggesting he may be useful in the Commerce Department despite previous reservations. Ehrlichman is tasked with consulting George Shultz during a scheduled meeting to determine if offering Peterson the Commerce position is a viable bargaining strategy.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:13 pm and 12:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-091 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request for the White House operator to connect him with National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger. This brief interaction serves as a routine administrative bridge to facilitate direct communication between the President and his top foreign policy aide. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief connection attempt.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone from 12:15 pm to 12:20 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-092 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discuss strategies for managing South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu's resistance to the ongoing Vietnam peace negotiations. Nixon directs Kissinger to instruct Ambassador Ellsworth Bunker to inform Thieu that the U.S. will maintain its current bargaining position and will not accept further disruptive changes to the draft agreement or new emissaries. Additionally, the pair briefly touches upon the potential appointment of Peter G. Peterson to a role in the Commerce Department under George Shultz.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:20 pm and 12:21 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-093 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his Assistant to the President for Domestic Affairs, John D. Ehrlichman. The call served purely as a logistical request to initiate this communication channel. No further substantive policy matters or decisions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman talked on the telephone from 12:21 pm to 12:22 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-094 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discussed the prospects of Peter G. Peterson accepting a new appointment related to foreign policy. Based on feedback from Henry Kissinger, Ehrlichman advised that Peterson was likely to accept the role. Consequently, the President decided to delay pursuing alternative candidates to focus on finalizing the offer with Peterson.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:22 pm and 12:25 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-095 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to contact H.R. Haldeman to arrange a return call. The President specified that Haldeman should not be interrupted if currently meeting with Secretary of State William P. Rogers, but requested that he be reached as soon as that engagement concluded. This exchange functioned solely as an administrative coordination to facilitate a high-level briefing.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 12:25 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-096 of the White House Tapes.
The White House operator contacted President Nixon to provide an update regarding an unsuccessful attempt to reach H. R. Haldeman. The operator reported that Haldeman was currently in a meeting with Secretary of State William P. Rogers. Consequently, the operator left a message for Jo Anne Haldeman requesting that her husband return the President's call once he became available.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 12:29 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-097 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone request through the White House operator to be connected with National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger. This administrative communication serves as a standard bridge to facilitate a high-level policy discussion. No further substantive details are provided, as the call concludes upon the establishment of the connection.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 12:32 pm to 12:44 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-098 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss the reorganization of the administration for the second term, focusing on key personnel transitions and policy alignments. They confirm Secretary of State William P. Rogers' departure, address the need for greater internal loyalty within the Foreign Service, and strategize the replacement of various agency leaders, including discussions on moving Elliot Richardson to the Defense Department. Additionally, they review the status of Vietnam peace negotiations and contemplate the future roles of staff members such as Charles Colson and Peter Flanigan.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone from 12:45 pm to 12:49 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-099 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discuss the stalled Vietnam peace negotiations and the obstructionist bargaining tactics employed by South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu. Concerned that Thieu’s latest demands threaten to scuttle the agreement entirely, Nixon directs Kissinger to draft a firm letter emphasizing that the current U.S. aid programs will be jeopardized by the new Congress if a deal is not reached. The two leaders agree on the necessity of pressuring Thieu, acknowledging that the U.S. must take a tougher stance to force an resolution while avoiding an open, disastrous diplomatic break.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:49 pm and 12:53 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-100 of the White House Tapes.
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 a high-level diplomatic discussion. No further substantive policy matters were addressed during this short bridge to the advisor.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone from 12:53 pm to 12:54 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-101 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discussed the administration's second-term reorganization, noting Melvin Laird's acceptance of Elliot Richardson's appointment. The conversation then shifted to the surplus of U.S. military aid in South Vietnam and the potential for dispatching Laird on a diplomatic mission to deliver a firm ultimatum to President Nguyen Van Thieu. They agreed that such a mission, to be accompanied by Alexander Haig, should only occur following the finalization of the Vietnam peace agreement.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone from 5:21 pm to 5:22 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-102 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon received a brief telephone call from a White House operator to facilitate a personal connection. The operator informed the President that Patricia Nixon was attempting to reach him. No substantive policy matters or administrative decisions were addressed during this brief exchange.