28 conversations found
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:50 am and 7:56 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office for a brief, early-morning administrative check-in. The discussion primarily served as a logistical coordination session to organize the President's schedule and immediate tasks for the day. No specific policy decisions were recorded during this short exchange, as the session concluded with the President departing shortly thereafter.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, John D. Ehrlichman, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 7:56 am to 8:04 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman met to coordinate political strategy, focusing primarily on debunking the budget proposals of Democratic challenger George McGovern. They discussed refining arguments regarding McGovern's welfare plans and revenue gaps while also strategizing on how to dismiss a civil suit brought by John Gardner and Common Cause. Additionally, the pair reviewed the administration's response to the Munich Olympic tragedy and aligned their messaging on economic policy to deflect criticism regarding property taxes.
On September 7, 1972, Alexander P. Butterfield and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Oval Office of the White House at 7:56 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-002 of the White House Tapes.
Alexander P. Butterfield and John D. Ehrlichman held a brief meeting in the Oval Office to coordinate the President's upcoming daily schedule. The exchange was strictly logistical, focusing on the arrangement of official appointments and time management for the President's agenda. No further policy discussions or significant political developments were recorded during this session.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Peter H. Dominick, Thomas C. Korologos, and Oliver F. ("Ollie") Atkins met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:04 am and 10:22 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-004 of the White House Tapes.
Senator Peter H. Dominick and Thomas C. Korologos met with President Nixon to present a commemorative gift from Nancy Dominick and discuss political strategy. The conversation emphasized the importance of leveraging the Senator’s extensive campaign experience to benefit the administration’s electoral goals. The session concluded with a brief photograph opportunity facilitated by Oliver F. Atkins.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Vice President Spiro T. Agnew, and Republican Congressional leaders, including Hugh Scott, Robert P. Griffin, Gordon L. Allott, Peter H. Dominick, Norris Cotton, Gerald R. Ford, Leslie C. Arends, John J. Rhodes, Samuel L. Devine, Robert C. ("Bob") Wilson, Barber B. Conable, Jr., Robert J. Dole, Clark MacGregor, John D. Ehrlichman, Harry S. Dent, William E. Timmons, Herbert G. Klein, Patrick J. Buchanan, Ronald L. Ziegler, Bryce N. Harlow, Thomas C. Korologos, Richard K. Cook, and Caspar W. ("Cap") Weinberger. Manolo Sanchez also entered., met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 8:04 am and 10:18 am. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 106-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Vice President Agnew and Republican Congressional leaders to coordinate legislative strategy ahead of the upcoming election, specifically focusing on the status of pending bills and the management of the Congressional schedule. Key priorities included securing a federal spending ceiling, advancing revenue sharing, and emphasizing anti-busing legislation as a must-pass measure to counter Democratic-led policies. The President urged the leadership to maintain a unified front on fiscal restraint, framing opposition to Republican economic proposals as reckless and warning that Democrats should bear the political cost for failing to curb government spending.
On September 7, 1972, unknown person(s) met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 10:18 am and 9:30 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 106-008 of the White House Tapes.
Security personnel convened in the Cabinet Room for a meeting that spanned several days. Given the classified status and withdrawal of the recording's content, the specific nature of the discussions remains undisclosed. The interaction primarily involved security staff operating within the executive office environment.
On September 7, 1972, unknown person(s) met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 10:18 am and 9:30 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 106-012 of the White House Tapes.
A group of unidentified individuals gathered in the Cabinet Room for a meeting captured by the White House taping system. Due to the lack of an available transcript or audio clarity, the specific agenda, participants, and outcomes remain undocumented. This recording exists solely as an archival entry with no discernible substantive content for historical analysis.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 10:18 am and 9:30 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 106-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held an undocumented meeting with unidentified individuals in the Cabinet Room to address logistical and administrative preparations for an upcoming event or briefing. The discussion focused on room setup requirements, specifically addressing lighting and the scheduling of meeting arrivals. Due to the lack of a transcript, the precise nature of the meeting’s agenda and any subsequent action items remain historical unknowns.
On September 7, 1972, a White House tour group met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 10:18 am and 9:30 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 106-009 of the White House Tapes.
An unidentified tour group visited the Cabinet Room, where they were given a brief overview of the space's function and historical significance. The visitors observed the room's layout, including the specific seating arrangements assigned to key officials such as Donald Rumsfeld and George Shultz. This informal tour provided the public with an up-close look at the administrative setting where the National Security Council and Cabinet meetings typically occur.
On September 7, 1972, unknown person(s) met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 10:18 am and 9:30 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 106-004 of the White House Tapes.
This recording captures an unidentified group of men meeting in the Cabinet Room during a three-day period in September 1972. Due to the lack of a transcript and the existence of a withdrawn segment related to privacy concerns, the specific agenda, participants, and outcomes remain undocumented. Consequently, no substantive policy discussions or executive decisions can be attributed to this exchange.
On September 7, 1972, Charles W. Colson and a White House tour group met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 10:18 am and 9:30 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 106-010 of the White House Tapes.
Charles W. Colson hosted an informal briefing for a visiting tour group within the Cabinet Room of the White House. During the session, Colson provided the visitors with a tour of the facility, highlighting specific landmarks such as the Secretary of Commerce’s chair, the President’s chair, and the proximity to the Rose Garden. This meeting served as a public relations function to engage constituents and provide an inside look at the executive workspace.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:24 am and 10:32 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed logistics for a memorial service following the terrorist attack on Israeli athletes at the Munich Olympic Games. They coordinated the President’s attendance at a planned service, specifically addressing the timing and location requirements. The discussion focused on finalizing arrangements for a Catholic mass to be held at the U.S. Capitol.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Stephen B. Bull, and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:32 am and 10:40 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman to discuss several political and administrative matters, including the handling of a recent terrorist attack at the Munich Olympics and public reaction to potential presidential appearances at related interfaith services. The group addressed strategies for undermining the organization Common Cause through tax investigations and political pressure. Additionally, Nixon directed the administration to provide Secret Service protection for Senator Edward Kennedy, while simultaneously tasking his aides with ensuring the detail gathered intelligence on Kennedy’s personal conduct and travel habits.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:40 am and 10:41 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Stephen B. Bull, to review the President's upcoming daily schedule. The primary focus of the brief discussion was a scheduled meeting with Treasury Secretary George P. Shultz. No further substantive policy matters were recorded during this brief administrative check-in.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, George P. Shultz, Stephen B. Bull, John D. Ehrlichman, unknown person(s), John B. Connally, James Roosevelt, and John Roosevelt met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:41 am to 12:22 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with George Shultz, John Ehrlichman, and others to discuss international economic policy ahead of an upcoming International Monetary Fund (IMF) meeting. Shultz presented a systematic plan for currency convertibility and reserve management, which Nixon approved for use in his upcoming IMF address. The conversation also covered the potential for wage and price control adjustments following the 1972 election and finalized the decision to provide Secret Service protection for Senator Edward M. Kennedy based on specific threats.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Edward J. Kiernan, Robert D. Gordon, John Harrington, Charles Bobbitt, Egil ("Bud") Krogh, Jr., and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:23 pm to 12:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with representatives of the International Conference of Police Associations, including Edward J. Kiernan and Egil Krogh, to discuss the administration's support for law enforcement. The conversation focused on the need for greater public respect for police officers, the impact of police review boards, and concerns regarding legal protections for officers in the line of duty. The meeting concluded with an exchange of presidential gifts as a gesture of goodwill toward the organization.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:35 pm and 12:37 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Oval Office to coordinate logistics for the President's upcoming activities. The discussion focused primarily on managing the President's schedule and his movements to and from the Executive Office Building. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:35 pm and 12:37 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to discuss administrative logistics and the President's daily schedule. The brief interaction focused on coordinating upcoming appointments and managing the President’s time. No major policy decisions were recorded during this session.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:37 pm to 1:38 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman and later Ronald L. Ziegler to discuss campaign strategy, press relations, and upcoming economic messaging. The President expressed frustration with the administration's communication failures regarding tax policy, specifically the Value-Added Tax (VAT), and directed his staff to clarify that there would be no tax increases in his second term. Additionally, they reviewed recent polling data on the Vietnam War—which showed strengthening support for Nixon’s policies over George McGovern’s—and discussed how to frame upcoming press conferences to pivot toward attacking McGovern’s economic proposals.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:40 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 359-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss administrative details regarding the President's daily schedule. The conversation focused primarily on coordinating an upcoming meeting with Charles W. Colson. No further significant policy developments were recorded during this brief administrative encounter.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:40 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 359-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. Due to the lack of a transcript and the existence of a withdrawn segment, the specific substance of their interaction remains unavailable for analysis. The meeting appears to be a private engagement between the President and a member of his domestic staff.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:40 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 359-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in his office at the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction consisted of a short, personal exchange, as the vast majority of the recording was designated as a withdrawn personal item. No substantive policy discussions or significant political developments were documented in the surviving record of this encounter.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Charles W. Colson, and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:45 pm to 3:05 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 359-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson met to discuss strategies for managing public relations and campaign messaging in light of recent international and domestic developments. The conversation focused on mitigating the political impact of negative news stories surrounding John B. Connally and leveraging the ongoing Middle East conflict—specifically the aftermath of the Munich Olympic attack—to influence voter sentiment. Nixon directed Colson to organize a coordinated defense of Connally by key allies and underscored the importance of suppressing unfavorable press coverage to maintain political momentum.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Robert P. Griffin, Mickey S. Lolich, Thomas C. Korologos, White House photographer, Stephen B. Bull, Arthur F. Burns, George P. Shultz, Manolo Sanchez, and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:36 pm to 4:28 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his economic advisors Arthur Burns and George Shultz, later joined by John Ehrlichman, to deliberate on fiscal policy and political messaging during the 1972 election season. The discussion centered on establishing a federal spending ceiling, managing the national debt, and formulating a strategy to counter Democratic candidate George McGovern's tax proposals. Nixon and his team specifically sought to differentiate their economic stance from their opponent by framing their own initiatives as "tax reform" while avoiding any perception of a general tax increase.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:28 pm and 4:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and John D. Ehrlichman met to coordinate the President's upcoming interactions with Republican candidates. The discussion focused on managing political messaging, specifically regarding the sensitive issue of public housing funding. Nixon decided to adopt a non-committal public stance on the topic to avoid potential controversy during his meetings with GOP congressional and gubernatorial candidates.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Edward W. Brooke, James R. Grover, William L. Scott, Dewey F. Bartlett, Peter V. Domenici, Jesse A. Helms, Ben C. Taledano, Jack Hawke, Ed Johnson, Bill Kid, Gene Taylor, David C. Treen, David Seratkin, Christopher S. Bond, Otis Bowen, James Holzhouser, Morris Kay, Richard Larson, Carveth Thompson, Harry S. Dent, John E. Nidecker, Richard K. Cook, George P. Shultz, Arthur F. Burns, and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:31 pm to 4:49 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon hosted a group of Republican candidates and officials for a photograph session, followed by a policy discussion with key economic advisors including George P. Shultz, Arthur F. Burns, and John D. Ehrlichman. The latter portion of the meeting focused on 1972 presidential campaign strategy, specifically addressing George McGovern’s recent public statements and potential outreach to George Meany. Participants also reviewed proposals regarding tax reform and broader economic policy in the context of the upcoming election.
On September 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, George P. Shultz, Arthur F. Burns, John D. Ehrlichman, Ronald L. Ziegler, Manolo Sanchez, unknown person(s), H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, Leonard Garment, William E. Timmons, Stephen B. Bull, Harry S. Dent, Charles W. Colson, Alexander P. Butterfield, and Patrick J. Buchanan met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:47 pm and 6:15 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with George Shultz, Arthur Burns, and John Ehrlichman to discuss economic strategy, focusing on tax reform and property tax relief. The group evaluated the political risks of pursuing tax changes before the election, debating how to frame their proposals without being perceived as increasing taxes. Additionally, the President and H. R. Haldeman discussed administrative logistics, including the potential for a cruise on the Sequoia to discuss strategy and the implementation of Secret Service protection for Senator Edward Kennedy.
Unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House on an unknown date, sometime between 6:15 pm on September 7, 1972 and 9:19 am on September 8, 1972. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 772-016 of the White House Tapes.
This recording captures the activity of White House staff performing routine maintenance or custodial duties within the Oval Office. The participants are unidentified individuals who provide brief instructions regarding the handling of sensitive equipment or workspace items. No substantive policy discussions or political decision-making occurred during this period.