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Nixon Tapes on Nelson A. Rockefeller
33 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Bull, Haldeman, Ziegler
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss a strategy to utilize New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller to publicly advocate for the administration’s urban revenue sharing initiative. The President considers joining Rockefeller for a press briefing to bolster the proposal’s profile. They agree that Haldeman should coordinate with Rockefeller to arrange his involvement in promoting the policy.
President Nixon initiated this call to thank New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller for his public support of a recent presidential address concerning Southeast Asia and the Vietnam War. Rockefeller praised the effectiveness of Nixon's use of visual charts and emotional appeals in communicating his policy to the public. The two men discussed the importance of maintaining resolve regarding the war, with Nixon hinting at the potential for future diplomatic negotiations.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger coordinate a telephone call to Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. The brief exchange serves as a logistical precursor to a private consultation between the President and the Governor. No substantive policy matters are finalized during this connection process.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler met to coordinate the briefing strategy for Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. The discussion focused on managing the administration's messaging and political engagement regarding the Governor. The meeting served to ensure executive alignment prior to the Rockefeller briefing.
President Nixon and Attorney General John Mitchell discuss the political fallout from a recent meeting with police chiefs, specifically regarding the exclusion of New York City Police Commissioner Patrick Murphy. The conversation shifts to the ongoing tensions between New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller and Mayor John Lindsay, with both men criticizing Lindsay’s administrative abilities and his reliance on liberal staff. Finally, they touch upon the political future of Lindsay, speculating on his upcoming speaking engagements in New Hampshire and the viability of his potential political ambitions.
President Nixon held a brief, informal meeting in the Oval Office with an unidentified individual to discuss scheduling matters. The conversation specifically addressed the upcoming agenda regarding Nelson A. Rockefeller. The exchange concluded quickly, lasting approximately one minute.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a telephone call to New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. This brief administrative interaction served as the initiation for the President to consult with the Governor. No further policy discussions or substantive developments occurred during this brief exchange.
President Nixon initiates a request for the White House operator to place a telephone call to New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. This brief interaction serves as a logistical bridge to connect the President with the Governor for an unrecorded or subsequent discussion. No substantive policy matters are addressed during this administrative exchange.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates with the White House operator to manage an incoming call from Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. The operator confirms Rockefeller is on the line, and Haldeman instructs her to place the governor on hold while awaiting the President’s arrival. This brief exchange serves strictly as an administrative effort to facilitate a high-level communication between Nixon and Rockefeller.
President Nixon initiates a phone call to New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller through the White House operator. The primary purpose of this brief exchange is to facilitate direct communication between the President and the Governor. The operator confirms the request and proceeds to connect the two parties.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an outgoing call to New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. The conversation was limited to this administrative request to facilitate communication between the President and the Governor. No further policy discussions or substantive developments occurred during this brief exchange.
President Nixon consulted John Ehrlichman regarding a potential call to Nelson Rockefeller to discuss the status of Rockefeller's welfare experiments. Ehrlichman reported that recent tensions between Rockefeller and the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare had been successfully resolved following a meeting with Elliot Richardson and John Veneman. Nixon subsequently decided to proceed with the call and scheduled a follow-up meeting with Ehrlichman for shortly thereafter.
President Nixon initiated a request for the White House operator to place a telephone call to New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. The brief exchange served as a logistical step to facilitate direct communication between the President and the Governor. No further substantive policy matters were addressed during this short administrative interaction.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discuss the successful negotiation of a memorandum of understanding with Senator Charles Percy regarding welfare reform legislation. The administration agrees to support an amendment to avoid a broader legislative defeat, while maintaining that this position does not necessitate including the program in the federal budget. They also address the political motivations of Governors Ronald Reagan and Nelson Rockefeller, and finalize plans to provide financial assistance to Governor Richard Ogilvie by shifting welfare costs into the current fiscal year.
President Nixon consulted John Mitchell regarding whether to call New Jersey Governor William T. Cahill to commend his handling of a recent prison situation. Mitchell advised that the President avoid a direct call to prevent potential political friction with New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller, whose own handling of similar issues was frequently compared to Cahill's. Ultimately, they decided that Mitchell would contact Cahill instead to convey the President's approval of his judgment, thereby maintaining a low-key approach.
President Nixon initiates a request for the White House operator to place a telephone call to New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. This brief administrative interaction serves as the preliminary step to facilitate a direct conversation between the President and the Governor. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this connection.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to place a telephone call to New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. This brief administrative interaction serves as the initiation of a communication between the President and the Governor. No further substantive policy matters are addressed in this exchange.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call to the White House operator to request a connection to New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. This routine administrative request facilitates high-level communication between the President and the Governor. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief exchange.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call to connect with New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. The conversation serves solely as a procedural request for the White House operator to place the call to the Governor. No substantive policy matters or further discussions were captured in this recording segment.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to connect him with New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. The brief exchange served as a logistical request to initiate a phone call between the two officials. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief connection attempt.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to review the President's upcoming schedule, specifically focusing on a meeting with Nelson A. Rockefeller. Following this consultation, Nixon placed a brief call through the White House operator. The conversation concluded with the President directing the cancellation of a scheduled telephone call.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. This brief administrative interaction served as a logistical step to connect the President with the Governor for further discussion. No substantive policy matters were addressed during this specific exchange.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to determine the current location of Nelson A. Rockefeller. The President sought to establish contact with Rockefeller to facilitate a return call. This brief administrative interaction served as a coordination step for the President's ongoing communications.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to facilitate a series of communications, specifically requesting a call with George P. Shultz. The operator updates the President on the status of a previous request involving Governor Nelson Rockefeller, who is currently attempting to contact his secretary, Ann Whitman, from New Mexico. The exchange serves as a logistical coordination effort to establish these specific administrative and political connections.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to arrange a telephone call with New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller. Upon learning that Rockefeller was currently traveling to Santa Fe, New Mexico, and that his aide Ann Whitman was also unavailable, the President decided to postpone the request. No further action was taken, and Nixon instructed the operator to cancel the immediate attempt to reach the Governor.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to initiate an outgoing call to New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. The conversation was limited to this administrative request to establish a line of communication with the Governor. No further substantive policy discussions were recorded during this brief exchange.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate upcoming appointments and review the daily schedule. The discussion focused on managing visits with Nelson A. Rockefeller and John D. Ehrlichman. The session served to finalize logistical arrangements and priorities for these meetings.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler discuss media coverage of the administration's stance on Vietnam peace negotiations, specifically emphasizing the President's commitment to avoiding being stampeded into a premature agreement. They note that the news networks have downplayed Hanoi’s recent statements regarding deadlines, while also expressing disappointment that Nelson Rockefeller’s recent efforts have not received significant television coverage. The discussion centers on shaping the administration's public narrative and monitoring the effectiveness of their messaging across major broadcast networks.
President Nixon initiated a brief telephone request to the White House operator to be connected with Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. The conversation served as a logistical administrative step to facilitate a direct line of communication between the President and the Governor. No further substantive dialogue occurred during this short exchange.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a call to Senator Hubert H. Humphrey following his recent electoral victory. During the brief exchange, the operator also informed the President that Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller was currently waiting on the line. The conversation focused on managing these immediate post-election communications.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the presidential schedule, specifically focusing on arrangements and agendas for upcoming Domestic Council and Cabinet meetings involving key staff like John D. Ehrlichman. The discussion also addressed logistics for a meeting with Thomas A. Pappas and a scheduled engagement with Nelson A. Rockefeller that included George H.W. Bush. Additionally, the conversation briefly touched upon personnel matters, including a mention of Vernon E. Jordan, Jr., and the coordination of a follow-up meeting with John W. Dean, III.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the presidential schedule, specifically focusing on upcoming meetings, press photo opportunities with photographer Ollie Atkins, and an evening event. The discussion included logistical planning for a meeting with Nelson A. Rockefeller and adjustments to the President's daily calendar. No major policy decisions were reached, as the conversation served primarily to coordinate administrative details and agenda items.
President Nixon consulted with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to adjust his late-afternoon schedule regarding an upcoming meeting with Nelson Rockefeller. To accommodate additional administrative tasks, the President pushed the start time of the meeting back to 4:15 p.m. in the Oval Office. Nixon also confirmed that Rockefeller would be accompanied by former Delaware Governor Russell W. Peterson.