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Nixon Tapes on Ronald L. Ziegler
588 conversations · page 3 of 6 · frequently with Nixon, Bull, Ziegler, Haldeman
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler met to discuss the logistics and strategic timing of a forthcoming televised press conference to be held in the East Room. The discussion focused on balancing the reach of the viewing audience against potential interruptions to prime-time network programming. Nixon tasked Ziegler with finalizing the scheduling details while considering the impact of different time slots on West Coast and Midwest viewership.
President Richard M. Nixon met with his personal aide, Stephen B. Bull, to discuss upcoming scheduling matters. The brief discussion focused on arranging meetings with Clifford Evans and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. No formal decisions were recorded during this short administrative session.
President Nixon met briefly with Stephen B. Bull and Ronald L. Ziegler to coordinate administrative arrangements regarding his daily schedule. The discussion focused specifically on the logistics for an upcoming interview. The meeting concluded quickly without any record of major policy shifts or broader strategic decisions.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler met to coordinate the administration's public response regarding the burgeoning Watergate scandal. They specifically discussed managing inquiries about E. Howard Hunt’s involvement, including a potential map of the Democratic National Committee headquarters found on his desk, and formulated a strategy for Ziegler’s upcoming press briefing. Additionally, the pair touched upon the implications of the recent Supreme Court decision on the death penalty and upcoming veto considerations.
On July 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 2:31 pm and 2:37 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 136-008 of the White House Tapes.
On July 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:54 am and 11:56 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 756-009 of the White House Tapes.
On July 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:05 pm and 4:07 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 757-002 of the White House Tapes.
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.
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 10:31 am and 10:33 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 758-010 of the White House Tapes.
On August 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:08 pm and 2:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 028-044 of the White House Tapes.
On August 2, 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 1:19 pm and 2:33 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 352-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Butterfield briefly discussed the President's upcoming schedule, including meetings with Henry Kissinger, the Council on Environmental Quality, and Virginia legislators. The conversation touched on the timing and press coverage of these events, as well as the content of a briefing by Ronald Ziegler and the length of a meeting with General Goodpaster. The primary purpose was to confirm and coordinate the President's appointments for the day.
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.
On September 16, 1972, Ronald L. Ziegler and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:20 am and 10:41 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discussed personnel management and the public perception of the President's recent work at Camp David. The conversation centered on the job performance of press secretary Ronald Ziegler and the necessity of maintaining a disciplined, composed public image during the 1972 election campaign. Nixon expressed high regard for Ziegler's “cool” demeanor and effectiveness in handling press interactions, while Woods emphasized the importance of public messaging regarding the President’s focus on economic policy and speech preparation.
On October 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:39 pm and 12:43 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 790-016 of the White House Tapes.
On October 5, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:08 am and 9:16 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 355-016 of the White House Tapes.
On October 5, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 9:48 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler to coordinate media strategy ahead of a forthcoming press conference. They discussed the handling of potential questions regarding the President's California property and finalized the timing for Ziegler’s subsequent press briefing. The brief interaction focused on ensuring message discipline and preparing the administration's public posture.
On October 5, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:50 pm and 7:50 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-004 of the White House Tapes.
On October 6, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:30 am to 10:03 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 793-007 of the White House Tapes.
On October 6, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 10:03 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 793-008 of the White House Tapes.
On October 7, 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 10:16 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 147-005 of the White House Tapes.
On October 13, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:40 am and 11:43 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 797-008 of the White House Tapes.
On October 13, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:40 am and 11:43 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 797-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discussed strategies to mitigate negative press coverage regarding Herbert Kalmbach and campaign political activities appearing in the New York Times. They decided to adopt a defensive posture by directing John Connally to go on the offensive against dirty campaign tactics, while simultaneously coordinating a hardline response for Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler. Additionally, the pair briefly touched on Vietnam, dismissing recent public comments by Paul Warnke regarding the lack of a potential peace settlement.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler met to coordinate a strategy for handling ongoing media inquiries and allegations concerning the Watergate break-in and other campaign practices. The two agreed that the White House should refuse to dignify what they characterized as hearsay, innuendo, and partisan smears, while pivoting the narrative toward the opposition's own use of aggressive tactics and a hypocritical double standard regarding media coverage. Nixon instructed Ziegler to maintain a composed demeanor and pivot all questions toward policy issues, such as Vietnam and the economy, rather than engaging with speculative or unproven claims of White House involvement.
President Nixon briefly met with W. Clement Stone in the Oval Office. The conversation, captured by the White House taping system, appears to be a very short, informal exchange. Nixon instructed Stone to have Ron Ziegler come to the office quickly with some sheets, indicating an immediate need for documents.
On October 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:54 am and 8:17 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 801-002 of the White House Tapes.
On October 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:16 pm and 3:20 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 803-020 of the White House Tapes.
On October 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:20 am and 11:30 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 805-006 of the White House Tapes.
On October 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:20 am and 11:30 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 805-007 of the White House Tapes.
On October 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:10 pm and 5:14 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-147 of the White House Tapes.
On October 25, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:47 am and 8:20 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 032-028 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon coordinated his late-morning schedule with personal aide Stephen B. Bull to prepare for a radio address and upcoming meetings. The President confirmed the timing and location for his broadcast from the White House library and instructed Bull to reach out to H.R. Haldeman regarding a flexible morning meeting. Additionally, Nixon directed Bull to facilitate a phone call with Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler.
On October 25, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:10 am and 10:11 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 032-035 of the White House Tapes.
On October 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:16 am and 9:21 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 807-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler discuss the necessity of utilizing memorable catchphrases to influence public perception of the 1972 presidential campaign. Nixon emphasizes the importance of framing the media's coverage as "yellow journalism" to discredit critical reporting, particularly from the Washington Post. The President explicitly tasks Ziegler with delegating the execution of this strategy to others rather than handling it personally.
On October 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:16 pm and 12:36 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 375-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler consulted on media strategy regarding the ongoing Vietnam peace negotiations and Henry Kissinger’s recent public claim that “peace is at hand.” They discussed how to frame the potential settlement in light of the upcoming 1972 election, contrasting Nixon's goal of “peace with honor” against the alternatives proposed by George McGovern. The discussion also addressed the administration's concerns regarding the role of a coalition government, the specific concessions made by North Vietnam on October 8, and managing press inquiries about bombing campaigns and South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu.
On October 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:13 pm and 3:28 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 032-060 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler held a brief meeting to coordinate logistics regarding the President's radio address scheduled for that day. They discussed media coverage, specifically focusing on the wire service reports and a forthcoming photographic session with the press. The conversation functioned primarily as a final scheduling update to ensure synchronized press engagement following the broadcast.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler coordinated logistics for a requested film segment for the television adaptation of Theodore H. White's 'The Making of the President.' Nixon approved a five-minute silent filming session aboard Air Force One with Al Wasserman, while strictly prohibiting any interviews. Furthermore, the two discussed managing the press pool during upcoming trips to Ohio and California, with Nixon opting to personally engage with specific journalists during transit.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to briefly review administrative details regarding an upcoming presidential trip and finalize the associated scheduling. The discussion focused on coordinating Ronald L. Ziegler’s press briefings to ensure the official messaging aligned with the travel itinerary. No major policy decisions were made, as the conversation served primarily to manage logistical arrangements and staff preparations.
On October 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:59 pm and 6:59 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 032-098 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed campaign strategy, focusing on the distribution of favorable polling data, particularly from Albert Sindlinger, to key campaign figures like Clark MacGregor and John Connally. They emphasized the importance of a "vote of confidence" message, leveraging foreign policy achievements in Vietnam, the Soviet Union, and China to strengthen Nixon's negotiating position. The conversation also covered campaign advertising, local schedules, funding, and the effectiveness of Nixon's recent public appearances and radio speeches, while reviewing various poll results and McGovern's reactions to them.
President Nixon and speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. discuss necessary revisions to an upcoming television address regarding Vietnam, specifically criticizing current drafts as inadequate. Nixon directs Price to consult with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler to better align the speech with his recent strategic briefings. Price is instructed to refine the material and meet with the President later that day for further review.
President Nixon coordinated with speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. to prepare for an upcoming televised address. Nixon directed Price to consult with Ronald Ziegler regarding specific thematic points, dismissing a draft prepared by Henry Kissinger as inadequate for his intended message. The two agreed to meet at 10:00 am to further refine the speech's structure and core arguments.
On November 1, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 4:32 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 032-122 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to coordinate the final editing and typing of an important speech draft. The President emphasized the need for a clean, finalized version and instructed Woods to distribute the completed portions to Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler’s office. This brief exchange focused on streamlining the document preparation process to ensure timely dissemination of the revised text.
President Nixon met briefly with Manolo Sanchez before convening with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler to coordinate final arrangements for the President's upcoming “Look to the Future” speech. The discussion focused on media strategy, including the management of press relations and the inclusion of a photograph opportunity featuring White House photographer Oliver Atkins. The participants specifically addressed the logistical planning for the speech's taping and its dissemination to the press, including the Washington Post.
President Nixon and his personal secretary Rose Mary Woods coordinate the preparation and distribution of a forthcoming list of presidential telephone calls. Nixon instructs Woods to withhold the current 'reading copy' of the document after noting minor corrections on his own version. They conclude by prioritizing the finalization of these materials before release through Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler.
On November 4, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:30 am and 8:40 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-003 of the White House Tapes.
On November 4, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:00 am and 11:01 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-031 of the White House Tapes.
On November 4, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 11:01 am to 11:02 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 389-017 of the White House Tapes.
On November 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:48 am to 9:51 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 813-014 of the White House Tapes.
John D. Ehrlichman coordinates with the Camp David operator to facilitate a telephonic connection with Ronald L. Ziegler while President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman are present. The discussion focuses on managing Henry A. Kissinger’s travel schedule, specifically regarding the timing of public announcements concerning his upcoming trip to Paris. The participants deliberate on how to synchronize these communications with Ziegler and potential plans for Kissinger to visit Camp David.
John D. Ehrlichman directs Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler to adopt a strict policy of providing "no comment" regarding all future statements made by George McGovern, Sargent Shriver, and other Democratic leaders following the 1972 election. Ehrlichman emphasizes that the White House should treat these political figures as if they do not exist to avoid engaging in post-election recriminations. The conversation establishes this blanket refusal to comment as the official strategy for dealing with inquiries about the defeated opposition.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discuss coordinating an unofficial visit to the Soviet Union for Tricia Nixon Cox and Edward Cox, utilizing Kissinger's communication with Soviet Ambassador Anatoliy Dobrynin to facilitate arrangements. The two also confer on the administrative logistics of an upcoming press briefing at Camp David, where Ronald Ziegler will announce the resumption of Vietnam peace negotiations. Additionally, Nixon requests Kissinger’s prompt review of a forthcoming letter addressed to South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu.
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.
On November 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:45 am and 9:39 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 153-057 of the White House Tapes.
On November 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:30 am and 9:14 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-103 of the White House Tapes.
On November 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 9:09 am and 10:53 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 155-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler to coordinate the public messaging and logistics for an upcoming trip to New York and the subsequent presidential retreat at Camp David. The two discussed how to frame the New York visit to minimize unwanted press intrusion while framing the break as a necessary respite following the intensity of post-election reorganization. Furthermore, they strategized on using Camp David as a functional extension of the White House for announcing second-term administrative appointments to project a sense of stability and active governance.
On December 5, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 2:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-025 of the White House Tapes.
On December 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:30 am and 12:22 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 235-002 of the White House Tapes.
On December 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:42 pm and 7:49 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-048 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon expressed intense frustration to Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler regarding the presence of Washington Post reporters at the White House Christmas tree display. Reasserting a previous ban on the newspaper's staff, the President ordered Ziegler to contact Connie Stuart to demand an explanation for the breach and to threaten her with immediate termination should such an unauthorized access occur again. Ziegler was instructed to verify the situation and report back to the President promptly.
President Nixon directs Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler to implement a total ban on Washington Post reporters and photographers within the White House, excluding only formal press conferences. Nixon insists that the restriction apply to all events, including church services and activities involving First Lady Pat Nixon, and emphasizes that the order is absolute under threat of termination. The discussion follows a report from Connie Stuart regarding the absence of a Post reporter at a recent ceremony, prompting Nixon to enforce the directive immediately.
On December 12, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 9:57 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-051 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower discuss coordinating a meeting between Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler and First Lady Pat Nixon regarding Julie’s career plans. Following consultation with H.R. Haldeman, the President decides to facilitate the outreach himself to ensure a direct discussion. The President tasks Ziegler with calling the First Lady to schedule a meeting for that afternoon.
On December 13, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 11:22 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-061 of the White House Tapes.
On December 13, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:48 pm and 11:59 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-066 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler regarding a strategy to secure increased television coverage for the White House Christmas decorations. Nixon directed Ziegler to arrange a tour of the festive displays, led by either First Lady Pat Nixon or Julie Nixon Eisenhower, specifically requesting that the broadcast feature the decor rather than include a presidential interview. Ziegler agreed to coordinate with NBC and Barbara Walters to facilitate the filming, aiming for a segment that would capture the aesthetic of the decorations while excluding the President from any on-camera dialogue.
On December 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:46 am and 10:50 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 825-009 of the White House Tapes.
On December 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:35 pm and 3:25 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-098 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler held a brief, informal meeting that focused primarily on casual conversation rather than official government business. The dialogue centered on personal commentary regarding professional football and hockey broadcasts occurring that day. No policy decisions or administrative actions were initiated during this exchange.
On December 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:02 am and 9:52 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-107 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler discuss press coverage of Henry Kissinger’s recent briefing regarding the stalled Vietnam peace negotiations. They evaluate how the media, particularly the Washington Post, received Kissinger’s portrayal of North Vietnamese intransigence and his explanation of the stalled talks. Nixon emphasizes the importance of framing the negotiations as a deliberate, controlled effort directed by the White House, rather than a process dictated by Kissinger’s personal emotional state or past rhetoric.
On December 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:46 am and 10:48 am. The Camp David Study Desk taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 184-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler discussed messaging strategies regarding the Vietnam War, specifically the ongoing U.S. bombing and mining of North Vietnam as a response to enemy buildup and the breakdown in peace negotiations. The two also addressed the administration's contentious relationship with the Washington Post, with Nixon instructing Ziegler to remain firm in his policy of denying the newspaper special access to White House social events. Nixon encouraged Ziegler to continue distributing press opportunities more broadly to other outlets to diminish the Post's traditional influence in Washington.
On December 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:14 pm and 1:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-126 of the White House Tapes.
On December 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler talked on the telephone from 1:15 pm to 1:16 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-127 of the White House Tapes.
On December 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:15 pm to 1:16 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 381-012 of the White House Tapes.
On December 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:16 am and 10:20 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 827-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to review administrative logistics and personal arrangements before his upcoming departure for Florida. They discussed the organization of materials for his briefcase, including documentation related to inaugural addresses and photographs, and coordinated the scheduling of a press conference with Ronald Ziegler. Additionally, the President briefly touched upon a Christmas gift for First Lady Pat Nixon.
On December 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:40 pm and 2:45 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 827-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger coordinated the messaging strategy for an upcoming, highly sensitive announcement regarding Vietnam peace negotiations. The President directed that the announcement be delivered in a strictly scripted, low-key manner by press secretary Ronald Ziegler to prevent unauthorized interpretations or deviations from official policy. Additionally, they strategized on managing Congressional leaders, specifically deciding to brief only Senator Mike Mansfield while withholding information from others to protect the delicate status of the ongoing talks.
Charles W. Colson contacted his office and Holly Holm to secure transcripts of the President's remarks and Ronald Ziegler's press briefing regarding a bipartisan leadership meeting. Additionally, he instructed Holm to relay authorization to John A. Scali concerning the handling of CIA reports. This directive emphasized that Scali had a "green light" to proceed with his proposal while maintaining strict discretion.
On January 5, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:02 pm and 12:36 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-093 of the White House Tapes.
On January 5, 1973, the White House operator and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at 12:36 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-094 of the White House Tapes.
On January 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:33 am and 9:35 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 835-005 of the White House Tapes.
On January 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:45 pm and 2:56 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-097 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler met briefly to coordinate logistics for an upcoming interaction with the press. The discussion focused primarily on the arrangement of the room, specifically determining the seating configuration for the reporters in attendance. This meeting served as a final preparation step to ensure the professional management of the media engagement.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to conduct a review of his daily schedule. The primary focus of the discussion concerned upcoming engagements with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler and Soviet Ambassador Anatoliy F. Dobrynin. This briefing served as a routine administrative coordination of the President's morning agenda.
On January 9, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:23 pm and 2:30 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 401-004 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates with Stephen B. Bull to arrange an unannounced, low-profile excursion for President Nixon and Charles G. “Bebe” Rebozo on the White House South Grounds. Haldeman specifies strict security and aesthetic requirements for the vehicle, including the necessity of a seat divider and the removal of presidential flags. Additionally, he instructs that Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler be notified of the President's departure only after the thirty-minute drive is already underway.
On January 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:03 am and 10:05 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 838-016 of the White House Tapes.
On January 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:12 pm and 2:17 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 401-023 of the White House Tapes.