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Nixon Tapes on Robert J. Dole
15 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Bull, Haldeman, Butterfield
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On April 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time around 10:50 am and 10:55 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 246-039 of the White House Tapes.
On April 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 5:29 pm and 5:40 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 248-019 of the White House Tapes.
On April 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 5:29 pm and 5:40 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 248-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed economic recovery, specifically citing the performance of the stock market as a signal of public confidence that could bolster the administration's image. They focused on political strategy, emphasizing the need for Senator Robert Dole to champion the President's policies and effectively manage Republican criticism in the Senate regarding the China initiative. Finally, the President urged Haldeman to ensure active administration intervention in the Texas drought and grain shipment crisis to maintain a public perception of decisive, activist leadership.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss strategies for effectively communicating positive economic data following the upcoming release of unemployment figures. They highlight the importance of providing Republican legislators, such as Robert Dole and Hugh Scott, with simplified talking points to emphasize the record-breaking drop in unemployment and growth in job numbers. Colson confirms that a one-page summary has already been distributed to GOP leadership to ensure a unified and impactful public narrative.
President Nixon met with staff members Stephen B. Bull and Alexander P. Butterfield to coordinate logistical arrangements for upcoming meetings. The discussion centered on scheduling appointments with Senator Robert J. Dole and Senator James O. Eastland, as well as managing a briefing with Henry A. Kissinger. The participants specifically addressed requests regarding photography and the allocation of time for these high-level political engagements.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to briefly coordinate administrative scheduling matters regarding a meeting with Senator Robert J. Dole. The conversation focused on the timing of this appointment and the management of the President's upcoming schedule. Butterfield confirmed he would finalize the necessary arrangements for the meeting.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed the necessity of establishing regular weekly political meetings to improve coordination within the administration. The conversation focused on the role of Republican National Committee Chairman Robert Dole and the importance of integrating key figures like John Mitchell, Ronald Reagan, and Nelson Rockefeller into these strategic sessions. Nixon emphasized the urgency of managing these political relationships and schedules to ensure unified party messaging and preparation for future electoral challenges.
On January 10, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:11 pm and 5:16 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 018-048 of the White House Tapes.
On July 25, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:41 pm and 5:45 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-060 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discussed the logistics of second-term administration staffing, specifically confirming George H. W. Bush’s acceptance of the Republican National Committee chairmanship. The two men also strategized on managing Robert Dole’s transition and finalized plans to replace Secretary of Transportation John A. Volpe. They determined that a firm, consistent policy of limiting domestic cabinet appointments to four years would be the primary justification for personnel changes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman coordinated the transition of George H. W. Bush from his role as UN Ambassador to Chairman of the Republican National Committee. The discussion focused on managing Robert Dole’s potential resistance to the leadership shift, with Nixon directing Haldeman to use a firm approach to ensure a seamless succession by the 20th of December. They also strategized the timeline for public announcements and transition periods to avoid conflicts with ongoing Middle East negotiations.
President Nixon and McDill "Huck" Boyd discussed the planned resignation of Robert J. Dole as Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairman and his replacement by George H.W. Bush. Nixon explained that the transition was a strategic move to allow Dole to focus on his Senate responsibilities and future political battles. The conversation also covered the President's vision for the "New Majority," emphasizing the need for early candidate selection and the recruitment of diverse, high-quality candidates to ensure future electoral success.
On May 23, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:04 pm and 12:06 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 926-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual to coordinate administrative tasks within the Oval Office. The discussion primarily involved managing the President’s schedule, specifically regarding upcoming meetings with Robert J. Dole and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. Additionally, they addressed the placement of a decorative vase gifted by Leonid Brezhnev, confirming its integration into the office decor.