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Nixon Tapes on Ron Ziegler
16 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Haldeman, Bull, Ehrlichman
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discuss the need to reprimand Dr. Bertram S. Brown of the National Institute of Mental Health for publicly contradicting statements made by the President during a recent press conference. Nixon expresses frustration that an administration official would undermine his position and instructs Ehrlichman to investigate Brown's credentials. Ultimately, the President directs press secretary Ron Ziegler to publicly refute Brown's comments to ensure administrative discipline.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman held a brief, informal meeting in the Old Executive Office Building to coordinate administrative matters. During the exchange, Nixon requested that Haldeman contact Ron Ziegler. The brief duration suggests this was a routine follow-up or scheduling instruction rather than a substantive policy discussion.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss an upcoming interview given by First Lady Pat Nixon to reporter Marya McLaughlin. Nixon requests that Press Secretary Ron Ziegler review the transcript of the interview to provide a professional evaluation. The pair also touches upon Julie Nixon Eisenhower’s critical reaction to the nature of the questions posed to her mother during the session.
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.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate administrative staffing changes and the public messaging surrounding a planned reorganization. Nixon expressed dissatisfaction with Ron Ziegler’s handling of recent personnel announcements and asserted his intent to personally oversee the hiring process for key staff. They concluded by agreeing to establish a definitive cutoff for appointment announcements as part of a broader shift in the administration's structure.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, met at Camp David to discuss the President's upcoming consultation with Press Secretary Ron Ziegler. Julie encouraged her father to solicit Ziegler's private perspective on an unspecified proposal or idea. The President agreed to speak with Ziegler and keep his daughter informed of the outcome.
President Nixon coordinates with aide Stephen B. Bull to schedule a photo opportunity with Press Secretary Ron Ziegler regarding the drafting of his 1973 Inaugural address. The President stipulates that the session must occur at the Executive Office Building at 1:15 pm to avoid disrupting his afternoon agenda. This brief logistical exchange ensures the President maintains necessary focus time for his writing while accommodating media requirements.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to locate Press Secretary Ron Ziegler and direct him to the Executive Office Building. The President specified that if Ziegler could not be found in his office, he should be directed to the final room in that location. This brief exchange served to coordinate an urgent meeting between the President and his press secretary.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a call to Press Secretary Ron Ziegler. The brief discussion centered on Ziegler's capability to manage communications and provide effective counsel. This interaction served primarily as a logistical step to secure direct contact with a key advisor.
President Nixon and John Dean engaged in a brief, informal exchange regarding the schedule and availability of Ron Ziegler. The conversation focuses on coordinating a follow-up meeting once Ziegler completes his current briefing duties. No substantive policy matters were addressed during this short administrative interaction.
President Nixon consulted his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, regarding administrative arrangements for an upcoming dinner honoring returning prisoners of war (POWs). The President informed her that Press Secretary Ron Ziegler would contact First Lady Pat Nixon to coordinate the event's public relations strategy, specifically regarding the timing of announcements for the dinner and the entertainment. To maintain exclusivity and control the guest list, the President decided to delay the public announcement of celebrity participants like Bob Hope.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to coordinate media strategy and public messaging regarding ongoing military operations in Cambodia and South Vietnam. They discussed managing the press, specifically focusing on how Press Secretary Ron Ziegler should handle challenging inquiries during briefings to maintain a firm, offensive posture. Despite internal concerns over mounting political pressure, both men agreed on the necessity of staying disciplined and unified in their public defense of administration policy.
President Nixon consulted with Pat Buchanan regarding the administration's response to the intensifying Watergate scandal, which they characterized as a 'hell week.' Buchanan confirmed he had submitted written recommendations to Press Secretary Ron Ziegler concerning a necessary public relations strategy to manage the political fallout and damaging leaks. The two also briefly discussed the unfortunate involvement of John Mitchell as he prepared for his grand jury appearance.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to track down Press Secretary Ron Ziegler regarding his current meeting at the warehouse. The President specified that he did not require an immediate interruption, but explicitly requested to be notified as soon as Ziegler became available. This brief exchange highlights the President's desire to manage his communications and prioritize a subsequent consultation with his press secretary.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to place an urgent call to Leonard Garment. The President specifically requests that Press Secretary Ron Ziegler be connected to the conversation as well. This exchange facilitates communication regarding arrangements for an upcoming dinner.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed the handling of a statement intended for release by John Dean regarding the Senate Judiciary Committee, then chaired by Senator James Eastland. The discussion touched upon the review of specific mission-related documents and coordination with Press Secretary Ron Ziegler. They concluded by agreeing to follow up on the status of these materials and Dean's statement the following day.