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June 28, 1972 · Nixon

President Nixon held a meeting with Special Counsel Charles W. Colson in the Executive Office Building to discuss administrative or political matters. While the specific substance of the dialogue remains undocumented due to the lack of a transcript, the session reflects the President's ongoing consultations with his senior staff during the period following the Watergate break-in. No specific outcomes or directive actions from this engagement are preserved in the historical record.

June 28, 1972 · Colson

On June 28, 1972, Charles W. Colson, White House operator, and unknown person(s) talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:18 am and 12:50 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 026-046 of the White House Tapes.

June 28, 1972 · Haldeman & Colson

H.R. Haldeman initiated a telephone call, first speaking with the White House operator to request a connection to Charles W. Colson. After the operator connected them, Haldeman and Colson briefly spoke, though the substance of their conversation is unintelligible.

June 29, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On June 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 12:59 pm and 1:00 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 135-005 of the White House Tapes.

June 30, 1972 · Nixon

On June 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 12:16 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 026-029 of the White House Tapes.

July 1, 1972 · Nixon & Bull

President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to request a specific column written by Richard Starnes from the Washington Daily News. During the discussion, Nixon directed Bull to contact Charles W. Colson to join the meeting. This interaction reflects the President's focused interest in monitoring media coverage originating from the National Press Club.

July 1, 1972 · Nixon & Bull

On July 1, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:01 am and 8:50 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 746-002 of the White House Tapes.

July 1, 1972 · Nixon & Bull

President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical arrangements for his upcoming travel to California. The discussion focused on scheduling appointments with Charles W. Colson and Caspar W. Weinberger prior to the trip. The President directed Bull to bring a briefing book to ensure necessary documentation was available for the visit.

July 18, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On July 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 7:58 pm to 8:18 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-099 of the White House Tapes.

July 19, 1972 · Nixon

On July 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:17 pm and 12:19 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-001 of the White House Tapes.

July 19, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On July 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 12:19 pm to 12:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-002 of the White House Tapes.

July 19, 1972 · Nixon

On July 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:37 pm and 2:00 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-003 of the White House Tapes.

July 19, 1972 · Nixon

On July 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:37 pm and 2:00 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-004 of the White House Tapes.

July 19, 1972 · Nixon

On July 19, 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 1:57 pm and 2:00 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 348-004 of the White House Tapes.

July 19, 1972 · Nixon, Colson & Rizzo

President Nixon held consultations with Philadelphia Mayor Frank Rizzo, Charles Colson, and Alexander Haig to discuss political strategy and upcoming events. Nixon praised Rizzo’s recent public performance and sought his counsel regarding the political risks of involving Frank Sinatra in an upcoming state event for the Italian Prime Minister. The participants evaluated the potential fallout regarding Sinatra’s rumored associations and considered the optics of his inclusion in a high-profile Kennedy Center performance.

July 19, 1972 · Nixon

On July 19, 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 2:25 pm and 2:35 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 348-007 of the White House Tapes.

July 19, 1972 · Nixon

On July 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:00 pm and 9:03 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-014 of the White House Tapes.

July 19, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On July 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 9:03 pm to 9:26 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-015 of the White House Tapes.

July 20, 1972 · Nixon & Bull

On July 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 9:33 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 748-001 of the White House Tapes.

July 20, 1972 · Nixon, Colson & Acker

On July 20, 1972, the White House operator, Charles W. Colson, President Richard M. Nixon, and Marjorie P. Acker talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:45 am and 9:53 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-016 of the White House Tapes.

July 20, 1972 · Nixon

On July 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:56 am and 10:38 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-019 of the White House Tapes.

July 20, 1972 · Colson & Lovestone

On July 20, 1972, Charles W. Colson and Jay Lovestone talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:56 am and 10:38 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-020 of the White House Tapes.

July 20, 1972 · Nixon

On July 20, 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 2:47 pm and 3:02 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 349-009 of the White House Tapes.

July 20, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On July 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 3:02 pm to 3:16 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-024 of the White House Tapes.

July 20, 1972 · Nixon, Haldeman & Colson

President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, Charles Colson, and Henry Kissinger to discuss sensitive political and national security matters, specifically the ongoing Watergate investigation and Vietnam peace negotiations. The group reviewed the potential for indictments involving Jeb Stuart Magruder and examined the strategic handling of federal investigations to protect the White House from entanglement. Additionally, the President and Kissinger discussed managing domestic opposition to the war, coordinating press strategy, and preparing for an upcoming meeting with congressional leaders regarding Vietnam.

July 20, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On July 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone at 4:28 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-028 of the White House Tapes.

July 22, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On July 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:23 pm and 1:42 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 136-004 of the White House Tapes.

July 23, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On July 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:15 am and 10:52 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 136-018 of the White House Tapes.

July 23, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On July 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 2:10 pm and 2:14 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 136-027 of the White House Tapes.

July 23, 1972 · Nixon, Connally & Colson

President Nixon dictated a memorandum to John B. Connally, with a copy to Charles W. Colson, regarding the "Democrats for Nixon" organization. Nixon detailed efforts by George Smathers to recruit Democratic Senators and other officials to support Nixon's re-election, noting that Smathers had spoken with several key figures and would personally discuss the matter with Connally. The discussion also touched upon the potential impact of McGovern's candidacy on industries like Boeing and the strategy of supporting Democratic candidates for Senate and local offices while remaining neutral in the presidential race.

July 24, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On July 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 7:05 pm to 7:32 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-048 of the White House Tapes.

July 25, 1972 · Nixon

On July 25, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 5:22 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-054 of the White House Tapes.

July 25, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed the morale and management of the White House communications staff, specifically regarding potential meetings with Kenneth Clawson’s group. Colson explained that he excluded Clawson’s team from a recent session to keep the meeting size manageable and to avoid offending Herb Klein. They agreed that the administration should meet with staff in specialized project groups to ensure productivity while maintaining sensitive internal hierarchies and professional relations.

July 26, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On July 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone at 9:01 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-100 of the White House Tapes.

July 26, 1972 · Nixon

On July 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 9:01 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 350-033 of the White House Tapes.

July 26, 1972 · Nixon

On July 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 3:26 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-083 of the White House Tapes.

July 26, 1972 · Colson

Charles W. Colson contacted the White House operator to facilitate a connection to his own office staff. During the subsequent brief exchange with an unidentified staff member, Colson issued a specific, though underspecified, request for action. The conversation served primarily as an administrative bridge to manage internal communications.

July 27, 1972 · Nixon

On July 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and unknown person(s) talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:36 pm and 4:39 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 028-004 of the White House Tapes.

July 27, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

President Nixon and Charles Colson spoke briefly to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule. The primary focus of the discussion was confirming a future meeting between the two men. This brief interaction served to facilitate the logistics of their ongoing political communications.

July 28, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

President Nixon calls Charles W. Colson to offer personal encouragement after Colson expresses distress over a critical newspaper column by Thomas W. Braden. Nixon advises Colson to ignore media criticism, framing it as a predictable tactic by opponents intended to provoke a reactionary response. He encourages Colson to maintain a thick skin and treat such attacks as badges of honor rather than letting them cause personal frustration.

July 28, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

President Nixon met with Charles W. Colson to offer personal encouragement following negative media coverage and political criticism. Nixon advised Colson to remain resilient, framing media attacks as a tactical attempt to induce fear and undermine the administration's resolve. He urged Colson to ignore editorial criticism and maintain a combative posture toward their political adversaries.

July 29, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On July 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 9:00 am and 10:25 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 138-006 of the White House Tapes.

July 30, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On July 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:32 pm and 1:56 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 138-011 of the White House Tapes.

July 30, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On July 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at 1:56 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 138-012 of the White House Tapes.

July 31, 1972 · Nixon

On July 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 4:06 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 028-013 of the White House Tapes.

July 31, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On July 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 4:07 pm to 4:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 028-014 of the White House Tapes.

July 31, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On July 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:07 pm to 4:08 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 757-003 of the White House Tapes.

July 31, 1972 · Nixon & Bull

On July 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:08 pm to 4:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 757-004 of the White House Tapes.

July 31, 1972 · Nixon & Sanchez

On July 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:06 pm and 9:51 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 757-009 of the White House Tapes.

July 31, 1972 · Nixon

On July 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:31 pm and 10:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 028-023 of the White House Tapes.

July 31, 1972 · Nixon

On July 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:31 pm and 10:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 028-024 of the White House Tapes.

July 31, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On July 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 10:58 pm to 11:11 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 028-025 of the White House Tapes.

July 31, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On July 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:58 pm to 11:11 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 757-023 of the White House Tapes.

August 1, 1972 · Nixon, Butterfield & Bull

President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to address administrative matters, specifically reviewing documents requiring a signature and discussing the President's upcoming daily schedule. Following Butterfield’s departure, Stephen B. Bull joined the President to continue coordinating the schedule, which included a specific request for Charles W. Colson’s presence. These brief meetings served primarily to manage the logistical flow of the Oval Office and presidential priorities.

August 1, 1972 · Haldeman

On August 1, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:34 am and 11:03 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 028-028 of the White House Tapes.

August 1, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On August 1, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 2:22 pm to 2:40 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 028-030 of the White House Tapes.

August 1, 1972 · Nixon, Bull & Butterfield

President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Alexander P. Butterfield to review his upcoming schedule and the activities of H.R. Haldeman. The discussion included planning for a reception honoring the Secret Service Presidential Protective Division and touched upon the schedule of Charles W. Colson. Additionally, the group addressed a telephone call from Edward J. Kiernan before concluding the brief meeting.

August 1, 1972 · Nixon & Bull

On August 1, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:21 pm and 5:22 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 758-021 of the White House Tapes.

August 3, 1972 · Nixon

On August 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 8:10 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 028-047 of the White House Tapes.

August 3, 1972 · Nixon

On August 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 8:10 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 760-002 of the White House Tapes.

August 3, 1972 · Nixon & Marsh

President Nixon called John O. Marsh, Jr. to express appreciation for his ongoing work with the American Revolutionary Bicentennial Commission. Nixon relayed positive feedback from Charles Colson and John Connally regarding Marsh’s performance and specifically praised his handling of sensitive matters involving George Wallace. The President concluded the call by affirming his total confidence in Marsh’s ability to manage his current responsibilities.

August 3, 1972 · Nixon & Bull

On August 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:10 am and 11:12 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 760-011 of the White House Tapes.

August 3, 1972 · Nixon

On August 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:11 pm and 12:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 028-056 of the White House Tapes.

August 3, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On August 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 12:12 pm to 12:20 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 028-057 of the White House Tapes.

August 3, 1972 · Nixon

On August 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 12:37 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 353-009 of the White House Tapes.

August 4, 1972 · Nixon & Bull

President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to coordinate his daily schedule and prepare for an upcoming meeting with Charles W. Colson. Following this briefing, the President engaged in two brief telephone conversations with unidentified individuals to discuss scheduling matters. These interactions reflect the logistical management of the President's priorities and internal communications during the early morning hours.

August 4, 1972 · Nixon

On August 4, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:25 am and 10:36 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 029-014 of the White House Tapes.

August 4, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On August 4, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 10:36 am to 10:37 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 029-015 of the White House Tapes.

August 4, 1972 · Colson

On August 4, 1972, Charles W. Colson and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:35 pm and 2:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 029-025 of the White House Tapes.

August 4, 1972 · Colson & Holm

On August 4, 1972, Charles W. Colson and Holly Holm talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:35 pm and 2:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 029-026 of the White House Tapes.

August 7, 1972 · Nixon

On August 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:20 am and 8:31 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 763-001 of the White House Tapes.

August 7, 1972 · Nixon

President Nixon met with an unknown female visitor in the Oval Office to coordinate scheduling logistics. The brief discussion centered primarily on finalizing the timing for a forthcoming meeting with Special Counsel Charles W. Colson. The exchange concluded with the setting of a 9:00 a.m. appointment.

August 7, 1972 · Nixon & Bull

On August 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:38 am and 9:02 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 763-005 of the White House Tapes.

August 7, 1972 · Nixon & Bull

President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate upcoming appointments and manage his daily schedule. The discussion centered on logistics for meetings with Charles W. Colson, Otto E. Passman, and a Virginia Democratic delegation, including the coordination of requested photographs. The primary outcome was the administrative preparation for these scheduled engagements.

August 7, 1972 · Nixon

On August 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:12 pm and 4:13 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 763-024 of the White House Tapes.

August 8, 1972 · Nixon

On August 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:31 pm and 12:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 029-045 of the White House Tapes.

August 8, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On August 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 9:10 pm and 10:53 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 139-001 of the White House Tapes.

August 8, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss the political weaponization of the Internal Revenue Service against Democratic opponents. Nixon directs Colson to intensify pressure on the IRS to aggressively target their political rivals. This exchange highlights the administration's ongoing efforts to use federal agencies as instruments of political retaliation.

August 9, 1972 · Nixon & Haldeman

President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed strategies to bolster the administration's outreach to Polish-American groups, specifically leveraging Secretary of State William P. Rogers's credibility with this demographic. Nixon directed that Rogers coordinate a meeting with John Cardinal Krol, involving Assistant Secretary for Europe Walter J. Stoessel, Jr., to foster positive relations. The President also emphasized that these efforts should be publicized through the Polish press and college media to maximize political impact, tasking Haldeman with coordinating the plan with Charles Colson.

August 9, 1972 · Nixon & Colson

On August 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:19 am and 1:47 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 200-012 of the White House Tapes.

August 12, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On August 12, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 8:50 am and 10:35 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 137-007 of the White House Tapes.

August 13, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On August 13, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:22 am and 10:45 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 137-019 of the White House Tapes.

August 17, 1972 · Nixon & Haldeman

President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman convened at Camp David to strategize on political messaging regarding George McGovern's campaign, specifically the potential diplomatic interference caused by McGovern's contacts with North Vietnamese officials. They reviewed Press Secretary Ron Ziegler’s public handling of the issue, commending his framing of the situation as a security risk given McGovern’s refusal to accept formal briefings on current peace negotiations. Additionally, the President praised Charles Colson for his keen identification of political vulnerabilities, including his timely focus on farm parity issues.

August 20, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On August 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 11:25 am and 12:27 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 140-049 of the White House Tapes.

September 7, 1972 · Colson & White House tour group

Charles W. Colson hosted an informal briefing for a visiting tour group within the Cabinet Room of the White House. During the session, Colson provided the visitors with a tour of the facility, highlighting specific landmarks such as the Secretary of Commerce’s chair, the President’s chair, and the proximity to the Rose Garden. This meeting served as a public relations function to engage constituents and provide an inside look at the executive workspace.

September 7, 1972 · Nixon & Sanchez

On September 7, 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 1:40 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 359-003 of the White House Tapes.

September 8, 1972 · Nixon & Haldeman

President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman met to discuss ongoing political crises, including the Watergate investigation, the fallout from the Soviet grain deal, and the management of their 1972 reelection campaign. Nixon instructed Haldeman to develop a strategy for discrediting political opponents and hostile media figures, specifically tasking Charles Colson with building a loyalist 'Nixon-Washington establishment' after the election. The conversation also covered personnel shifts within the Executive Office, the management of Cabinet meetings, and the potential political impact of the murder of Israeli athletes at the Munich Olympics.

September 8, 1972 · Nixon & Ehrlichman

President Nixon and John Ehrlichman briefly coordinate upcoming scheduling logistics following a meeting regarding drug abuse law enforcement. The discussion focuses on arranging a follow-up appointment with Egil Krogh Jr. to further examine specific proposals developed during the earlier session. Nixon explicitly instructs Ehrlichman to keep the subsequent meeting with Charles Colson efficient and brief.

September 10, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On September 10, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:00 am and 11:44 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 141-001 of the White House Tapes.

September 11, 1972 · Nixon & Bull

President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule and manage logistical arrangements for incoming visitors. The discussion focused on confirming appointments for Joseph T. DeSilva, William F. Rhatican, and Charles W. Colson. Bull facilitated these scheduling updates to ensure the President's daily agenda remained organized.

September 11, 1972 · Nixon

On September 11, 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 12:36 pm and 12:40 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 360-010 of the White House Tapes.

September 12, 1972 · Nixon & Bull

On September 12, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:56 am and 11:04 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 775-003 of the White House Tapes.

September 12, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On September 12, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at 9:03 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 142-006 of the White House Tapes.

September 13, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On September 13, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at 11:26 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 142-008 of the White House Tapes.

September 14, 1972 · Nixon & Sanchez

On September 14, 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 2:45 pm and 2:50 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 359-014 of the White House Tapes.

September 15, 1972 · Nixon & Bull

On September 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:08 pm and 3:15 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 778-027 of the White House Tapes.

September 15, 1972 · Nixon & Bull

On September 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:08 pm and 3:15 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 778-028 of the White House Tapes.

September 16, 1972 · Nixon

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:13 am and 9:24 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-004 of the White House Tapes.

September 16, 1972 · Nixon, Bull & Sanchez

President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Manolo Sanchez to coordinate logistical details and daily schedules for the First Family and White House staff. The discussion centered on the specific agendas of Pat Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox, and Julie Eisenhower, alongside a request regarding Charles Colson’s availability. These arrangements focused on managing lunch appointments and personal itineraries for the President’s inner circle.

September 17, 1972 · Nixon & Camp David Operator

On September 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:25 pm and 1:53 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 143-008 of the White House Tapes.