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Nixon Tapes on Peter M. Flanigan
46 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Bull, Haldeman, Ziegler
These are conversations about Peter M. Flanigan. For the 138 conversations Flanigan took part in, see Peter M. Flanigan’s page →
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President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a phone connection with Peter M. Flanigan. The brief interaction focused on the logistics of reaching the Assistant to the President for International Economic Affairs. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this exchange beyond the operational request to initiate the call.
On February 22, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:33 pm and 4:36 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 455-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule, focusing on press coverage and a scheduled meeting with Republican Congressional leadership. The discussion shifted to the performance of Peter M. Flanigan, with Nixon defending Flanigan against criticism regarding his handling of complex negotiations involving Japanese textiles, oil, and airlines. Nixon emphasized the need for disciplined, ruthless internal coordination to support Flanigan’s ongoing efforts.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate upcoming appointments on his daily schedule. The discussion focused on arranging meetings with key administration figures, specifically Harry S. Dent and Peter M. Flanigan. This exchange served as a routine administrative session to manage the President's priorities and workflow for the day.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull meet to discuss administrative concerns regarding the President’s daily schedule. The conversation centers on a scheduling conflict involving Peter M. Flanigan, with the participants expressing frustration over a perceived lack of good faith in the arrangements. No definitive resolution is reached, but the exchange highlights tensions regarding the management of the President's upcoming appointments.
President Nixon held discussions with H.R. Haldeman and John B. Connally regarding the management of the Lockheed corporation crisis and upcoming legislative strategies. The conversation focused on delegating authority for the Lockheed loan negotiations between Connally, Peter Flanigan, and the Defense Department, while also touching upon trade negotiations with Japan. Additionally, Nixon and his aides evaluated the effectiveness of presidential communication methods, specifically questioning the impact of frequent minor speeches versus targeted, high-profile televised appearances.
On April 9, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:35 pm and 1:47 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 476-019 of the White House Tapes.
On April 9, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:35 pm and 1:47 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 476-020 of the White House Tapes.
On April 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone from 7:54 pm to 7:55 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-086 of the White House Tapes.
On May 5, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 3:00 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-087 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon coordinated his afternoon schedule with aide Stephen B. Bull to finalize a series of high-level meetings. The discussion centered on confirming appointments with Peter M. Flanigan and Caspar W. Weinberger, followed by meetings with Attorney General John N. Mitchell and Lee R. Nunn. Nixon specifically directed the scheduling of a briefing with Mitchell and Nunn to precede a subsequent meeting with John B. Connally.
On May 5, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:00 pm and 3:01 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 492-002 of the White House Tapes.
On June 10, 1971, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:22 pm and 6:02 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-005 of the White House Tapes.
On June 24, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:58 am and 11:01 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 528-010 of the White House Tapes.
On June 28, 1971, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:47 am and 11:50 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-166 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman initiated a telephone call to locate Peter M. Flanigan on behalf of President Nixon. After failing to reach Flanigan directly at his office, Haldeman spoke with an administrative assistant to confirm his whereabouts and expected return time. This logistical exchange was intended to facilitate a follow-up communication between the President and Flanigan later that afternoon.
On October 26, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:16 am and 10:17 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 013-004 of the White House Tapes.
On November 15, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:40 am and 8:54 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 618-010 of the White House Tapes.
On November 16, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:46 pm and 1:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 014-132 of the White House Tapes.
On November 16, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:46 pm and 1:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 014-133 of the White House Tapes.
On November 16, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:13 pm and 1:17 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 014-135 of the White House Tapes.
On November 16, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:05 pm and 6:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 014-141 of the White House Tapes.
On November 16, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 6:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 014-142 of the White House Tapes.
On November 16, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:40 pm and 7:17 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 014-145 of the White House Tapes.
On November 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:42 pm and 12:46 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-031 of the White House Tapes.
On November 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 12:46 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-032 of the White House Tapes.
On November 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:56 pm and 3:36 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-035 of the White House Tapes.
On January 10, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:58 pm and 1:11 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 018-030 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed personnel strategies and the management of economic appointments. Nixon directed Haldeman to coordinate with Pete Flanigan to secure cooperation from key figures regarding critical administrative roles, specifically assessing the suitability of Paul Volcker and Charls Walker. Additionally, the President decided to postpone the official announcement of Peter G. Peterson’s nomination as Commerce Secretary until the following week.
On January 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:42 pm and 4:47 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-120 of the White House Tapes.
On February 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:40 pm and 1:48 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-020 of the White House Tapes.
On February 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 1:48 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler met to coordinate the White House's public response to ongoing controversy surrounding the ITT case. They discussed strategies for defending staff member Peter M. Flanigan against political attacks, emphasizing that White House officials must maintain contact with various sectors of society as a standard professional duty. Nixon and Ziegler also reviewed the effectiveness of John N. Mitchell's recent testimony, agreeing to maintain a firm stance and frame the criticism from senators as politically motivated harassment.
President Nixon met with Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler and Chief of Staff H. R. Haldeman to review Ziegler's recent press briefing regarding the International Telephone and Telegraph (ITT) scandal and controversy surrounding Peter M. Flanigan. Nixon and Haldeman critiqued the media's performance and instructed the press team to adopt a more aggressive, combative stance against partisan critics rather than remaining on the defensive. They also briefly discussed the administration's upcoming television address on busing and potential strategies for the President’s participation in the Gridiron dinner.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to briefly discuss administrative arrangements regarding the President’s schedule. The conversation focused on upcoming appointments with Peter M. Flanigan and Donald L. Jackson. The exchange concluded quickly after the logistical coordination was completed.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discussed strategies to secure the confirmation of Richard G. Kleindienst as Attorney General amidst ongoing legislative obstacles. They specifically reviewed a plan for Senator Paul J. Fannin to initiate negotiations with Senator Sam Ervin regarding the testimony of Peter M. Flanigan in an effort to resolve concerns over executive privilege and prevent a filibuster. Nixon emphasized the need for urgency, instructing Haldeman to have Mitchell facilitate an immediate approach to Ervin while ensuring the administration receives public credit for the proposed compromise.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discussed strategies to manage the ongoing ITT-related congressional hearings, specifically focusing on limiting the testimony of Peter M. Flanigan and avoiding the appearance of Jack Gleason. The administration secured an agreement with Chairman Sam Ervin to restrict White House witnesses and conclude hearings by Thursday, contingent upon Flanigan providing a written statement. To bolster this position, Nixon and Haldeman planned for Republican senators to stall during executive sessions and raise objections regarding the relevance of testimony to delay or prevent further questioning.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss political strategy, focusing on upcoming testimony by Peter M. Flanigan regarding the ITT case and the administration's plan to frame Democratic candidates as being disloyal and supportive of the enemy regarding the Vietnam War. They review the morale-boosting effects of recent bombing campaigns in Vietnam and critique the effectiveness of various economic spokespeople. The conversation emphasizes the need for the administration to aggressively push these narratives to shift public opinion and gain support from labor groups.
President Nixon dictated a memorandum to H.R. Haldeman expressing dissatisfaction regarding the lack of credit given to Maurice Stans for his pivotal role in Soviet trade negotiations. Nixon argued that Stans, a loyalist who handled the difficult management work, was being overlooked in favor of Peter Peterson and Peter Flanigan. Consequently, he instructed Haldeman to reprimand Peterson and Flanigan for this oversight and mandated that actions be taken to ensure Stans receives formal recognition for his contributions.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to review and organize his daily schedule. The discussion centered on upcoming appointments with Henry A. Kissinger and Peter M. Flanigan. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this administrative briefing.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed the distribution of an article concerning the concept of the 'Finlandization of Europe.' The President directed that the materials be sent to Secretary of State William P. Rogers and Peter M. Flanigan for review. This document was intended to serve as background information for upcoming meetings of the Council on International Economic Policy.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed the political complications surrounding the potential Senate confirmation of Peter M. Flanigan for a position within the administration. The conversation centered on concerns that a confirmation hearing would invite unwanted scrutiny into past controversies, specifically involving ITT and the influence of Charles Colson. They reviewed the structure of the Council on International Economic Policy (CIEP) and reached a consensus that Flanigan’s future tenure should be managed to avoid damaging the administration’s public standing.
President Nixon met with Peter Flanigan to review ambassadorial appointments and strategy for his second-term administration. The discussion focused on replacing non-performing or aged diplomats with individuals possessing strong economic backgrounds capable of influencing European political leaders. Nixon explicitly tasked Flanigan with taking personal responsibility for vetting candidates and managing the appointment process to prevent back-channel influence from Henry Kissinger or campaign contributors like Maurice Stans. Additionally, the two discussed organizational restructuring within the State Department and proposed consolidating certain European ambassadorial posts to enhance administrative efficiency.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discuss political strategy regarding the 1974 budget and the congressional confirmation of Peter M. Flanigan. They deliberate on press messaging to leverage opposition against potential tax increases and review the responsiveness of Democratic leaders like Wilbur Mills to the administration's firm fiscal stance. Additionally, the President briefly addresses administrative scheduling with Stephen B. Bull regarding upcoming meetings, including sessions with POW wives.
Stephen B. Bull contacted President Nixon regarding an urgent decision required on piano tariff rates before the existing escape clause expired at midnight. Bull sought approval to deliver the memorandum from Peter M. Flanigan for the President's signature. Nixon instructed Bull to send the document over, noting that Manolo Sanchez would handle the delivery to ensure the deadline was met.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the implementation of attendance limits for White House staff at official social events. The conversation focuses specifically on the guest list for the upcoming state dinner for West German Chancellor Willy Brandt. During the discussion, they evaluate the inclusion of Peter M. Flanigan, noting his involvement in ongoing treaty negotiations.