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On May 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and John B. Connally met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David from 9:34 am to 9:41 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 189-003 of the White House Tapes. Topics include: The President talked with John B. Connally. Greetings Connally's note - President's thanks - Sequoia Connally's health ***************************************************************** [Previous PRMPA Personal Returnable (G) withdrawal reviewed under deed of gift 09/10/2019. Segment cleared for release.] [Personal Returnable] [189-003- W002] [Duration: 2m 26s] 1972 election - Speculation - George C. Wallace - Moscow - Michigan primary - George C. Wallace's performance - Hubert H. Humphrey's performance - The President's opinion - George S. McGovern - Possible nomination - Potential victory in California primary - The President's opinion of California - Political makeup of California - Liberal Democrats - Michigan - Wayne Connally - Busing - The President's advice to emphasize issue ***************************************************************** George P. Shultz - Succession at Treasury Department - Personnel - Replacements - Timing - Staff meeting - James W. Donley - Role Connally's trip to Latin America - Preparations - Australia and New Zealand Rest - Golf. Participants: Nixon, Richard M. (President); Connally, John B.