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PRELIMINARY PLAN FOR A SERIES
OF REPUBLICAN REGIONAL TELETHONS
May 8, 1974
Photo Copy Preservation
1
The following pages outline a plan for a series of regional telethons
which the Republican National Committee, working closely with state
and local Republican organizations, will stage between the end of June
and Labor Day.
The Democrats have proved that the telethon is a remarkably efficient
way for a political party to communicate with large groups of people
-- not only to raise money but also to enhance Party image, sell the
Party philosophy and boost the moraleof the Party rank and file.
Now it's our turn. As Chairman Bush said recently, "We are not
going to surrender the TV battleground to the Democrats." Instead
we're going to use this powerful medium for our own purposes. This
plan is the first step.
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2
The regional, rather than national, format was adopted for several
reasons.
It will give us a chance to test our approaches and techniques as
we go along and determine what works and what doesn't.
It will permit us to focus on local as well as national issues.
It will enable us to assist Republican candidates for Congressional
and state offices on the program.
It will provide us with an opportunity to show the public that in spite
of widespread disillusionment with government and politics on the
highest levels there is still strong and enthusiastic support of the
Party on the state and local levels - there are still people who believe.
And finally, it seems that at this point in time our presentation
will have greater acceptance if the public sees the Party leadership
literally going to the people and joining forces with state and local
leaders, rather than speaking from a national platform with an inevitable
association with the White House.
The regional approach does not, of course, preclude the possibility
of a national telethon in the fall. The feasibility of this will
depend, of course, on what happens in Washington between now and then.
Photo Copy Preservation
3
The first telethon is tentatively scheduled for late June in Cincinnati.
The rest of this plan deals specifically with this program, although
most of the items apply also to subsequent regional telethons.
The Cincinnati telethon will be scheduled in prime evening time, pro-
bably on a week night, and will be carried live on a regional network
of stations in Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Dayton, Columbus, Charleston
and Louisville. These combined markets contain 3.1 million house-
holds. The originating station will be WLW-T, an NBC affiliate. The
station's general manager has assured us that air time for the
telethon can be cleared, and that the network of stations described
above can be hooked up.
Public interest in the program will be stimulated by a concentrated
publicity and advertising effort. This will include press conferences
in each city, press releases sent to all daily and weekly newspapers
in the region and to selected national media, newspaper advertisements,
promotional TV spots, and a mailing to all Republicans in the area.
The state and local organizations will probably want to supplement
this effort with their own activities.
Photo Copy Preservation
4
The objectives of the telethon will be:
-- to present the Republican Party as alive and fighting back, un-
deterred by Watergate (although vigorously denouncing all wrongdoing
by any elected official or government worker regardless of Party),
and optimistic about the future.
-- to encourage Republicans on all levels to get re-involved, and to
work and vote for Republican candidates they believe in.
-- to re-state and re-affirm Republican principles, to demonstrate
that they are workable and can be applied to the problems of today,
and that the Party is dedicated to finding solutions and is responsive
to people's needs.
-- to show that there are many, many fine, highly respected,
attractive and likeable men and women who are proud to be Republicans.
-- to review the background and history of the Republican Party, both
nationally and in the region, as a reminder to viewers that the Party
has a long and proud record of accomplishment, integrity and concern
for the quality of life of all the people.
-- and finally, to request viewers to contribute funds so thatthe
Party can continue to function and Republican candidates can conduct
effective campaigns. The policy at this writing is that funds raised
as a result of the telethon will be used first to defray the costs of
producing and promoting the telethon and buying the air time, and
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5
second, to help support state and local Party activities and the cam-
paigns of Republican candidates. No money will go to the national
organization except to the costs of producing the show.
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6
Now about the event itself.
The setting of the telethonwill be a rally in a large indoor auditorium,
attended by a capacity crowd of enthusiastic Republicans. Music will
be provided by a live band.
The televised portion will probably be 90 minutes long, although this
possibly could be extended to two hours.
The format will be designed for maximum effectiveness as a television
program. That is, the primary goal is to attract and hold viewers,
not to provide a platform for long speeches or boring reports or other
elements which are not of general interest. It will be a fast-paced,
professionally produced presentation of a wide variety of short seg-
ments, each one no longer than three minutes. Film clips and tapes
will be used where appropriate to add visual interest. At present,
there are no plans for any "pure entertainment" segments - such as
singing, comedy, etc.
It has been proposed that we recruit three celebrity hosts -- well
known figures from show business or sports, including one woman- and
that each one M.C. a third of the program. Chairman Bush will serve
as co-host throughout the entire 90 minutes.
Photo Copy Preservation
7
The first celebrity host will open the program - coming on cold
immediately after the disclaimer (or perhaps he could give the
disclaimer) for maximum impact and to hold as much of our inherited
audience as possible. He will welcome the audience and talk about
who and what will appear on the program. The camera will cut away
to shots of the audience reacting and applauding (this will be done
throughout the telethon). After his opening comments, the host will
introduce Chairman Bush.
Chairman Bush will add his welcome, then discuss the need for money.
He will stress the traditional importance to the Republican Party
of small donations, and will explain that all money raised over and
above the cost of the program will go to help Republicans in this
region. He will also explain the difference between Party funds and
CREEP money.
The Chairman will then announce the phone numbers for pledged
contributions, show the telephone banks, and give the address for mail
contributions, Appeals for contributions - which should come mostly
from state and local Party people - will be repeated
every ten minutes.
A detailed, minute-by-minute format will be developed in the weeks
ahead. This will be based on, and include, the program segments
described in the next two pages.
Photo Copy Preservation
8
-- up to nine guest appearances (in addition to the celebrity hosts and
the Chairman) in which prominent Republicans talk about the Party, why
they feel it's important that we all pull together, what they think the
Party stands for, etc. These spokesmen would be from government, entertain-
ment, sports, business and other fields. They would appear live, if
possible, or on film or tape if necessary. Heading the list will be Vice
President Ford who will make an appearance at the start of the program and
an address at the end. Leading Republicans of the region will be included,
of course. These would be brief appearances - 2 1/2 minutes maximum,
except for the Vice President, who may be on for an additional minute or
two.
-- three "Proud Moments" vignettes. These will be specially produced
2-minute films based on Party history. Each one would highlight one or
more events in which the Party figured prominently, such as the solving of
a problem, dealing with a crisis, a diplomatic breakthrough, a significant
piece of legislation, a case of inspired leadership - and perhaps an
example of how the Party staged a dramatic comeback after suffering a
disastrous defeat or humiliation. One vignette should deal with a "proud
moment" in the regional party's history. The films would use interesting
old stills and film clips, and would be narrated by a prominent Republican.
-- a "Great Republicans" film, 3 minutes long, which will present the 10
or 12 most famous Republicans in history -- what they did, what they said,etc.
-- a filmed or taped presentation of the Republican philosophy - an inspira-
tional statement of Republican principles and their validity today. This should
feature a well known Republican leader, such as Senator Goldwater. 3 minutes
long.
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-- a 2 1/2 minute segment devoted to the young people in the Party.
This could be either live or film, and could feature one spokesman
or several. Objective will be to show why the Republican Party is the
party of the future, what it has to offer young people, etc. Perhaps
this segment could feature a young and attractive member of Congress
or Governor.
-- a "listen-to-the-people" segment - a series of filmed interviews
with people of the region, talking about the problems facing the
country. This would be followed by a re-cap of the issues by a Party
spokesman and a statement of the Republican position. 3 minutes.
-- a 2 minute segment on "fair play", probably live and featuring
an appropriate spokesman like John Wayne. This would be based on the
American tradition of fairness, of not blaming a man for something
he didn't do but judging him for what he is and what he's done and can
do.
-- a short 2 minute talk by an objective and knowledgeable observer
of the political scene on what a Democratic sweep in November could
mean, the danger of a veto-proof Congress, and the importance of
preserving the two-party system.
Photo Copy Preservation
10
The following lists all the segments being considered and the approximate
timings.
Minutes
opening by celebrity host and Chairman
6
introductions, transitions, applause and
miscellaneous for entire telethon
12
fund appeals 8 X average of 30 seconds each
4
guest appearances 9 X average of 2 1/2 seconds each
22 1/2
Vice President appearances
5
"Proud. Moments" films. 3 X 2 minutes each
6
"Great Republicans" film,
3
Party philosophy film
3
Young Republican segment
2 1/2
"Listen to the People" film and issues
discussion.
3
fair play talk
2
discussion of what Dem sweep will mean
2
closing by Chairman and others
3
credits and disclaimers
1
75
time for additional program elements
15
total program length
90
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#2
PRELIMINARY PLAN FOR A SERIES
OF REPUBLICAN REGIONAL TELETHONS
May 8, 1974
Photo Copy Preservation
1
The following pages outline a plan for a series of regional telethons
which the Republican National Committee, working closely with state
and local Republican organizations, will stage between the end of June
and Labor Day.
The Democrats have proved that the telethon is a remarkably efficient
way for a political party to communicate with large groups of people
-- not only to raise money but also to enhance Party image, sell the
Party philosophy and boost the moraleof the Party rank and file.
Now it's our turn. As Chairman Bush said recently, "We are not
going to surrender the TV battleground to the Democrats." Instead
we're going to use this powerful medium for our own purposes. This
plan is the first step.
Photo Copy Preservation
2
The regional, rather than national, format was adopted for several
reasons.
It will give us a chance to test our approaches and techniques as
we go along and determine what works and what doesn't.
It will permit us to focus on local as well as national issues.
It will enable us to assist Republican candidates for Congressional
and state offices on the program.
It will provide us with an opportunity to show the public that in spite
of widespread disillusionment with government and politics on the
highest levels there is still strong and enthusiastic support of the
Party on the state and local levels - there are still people who believe.
And finally, it seems that at this point in time our presentation
will have greater acceptance if the public sees the Party leadership
literally going to the people and joining forces with state and local
leaders, rather than speaking from a national platform with an inevitable
association with the White House.
The regional approach does not, of course, preclude the possibility
of a national telethon in the fall. The feasibility of this will
depend, of course, on what happens in Washington between now and then.
Photo Copy Preservation
3
The first telethon is tentatively scheduled for late June in Cincinnati.
The rest of this plan deals specifically with this program, although
most of the items apply also to subsequent regional telethons.
The Cincinnati telethon will be scheduled in prime evening time, pro-
bably on a week night, and will be carried live on a regional network
of stations in Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Dayton, Columbus, Charleston
and Louisville. These combined markets contain 3.1 million house-
holds. The originating station will be WEW-T, an NBC affiliate. The
station's general manager has assured us that air time for the
telethon can be cleared, and that the network of stations described
above can be hooked up.
Public interest in the program will be stimulated by a concentrated
publicity and advertising effort. This will include press conferences
in each city, press releases sent to all daily and weekly newspapers
in the region and to selected national media, newspaper advertisements,
promotional TV spots, and a mailing to all Republicans in the area.
The state and local organizations will probably want to supplement
this effort with their own activities.
Photo Copy Preservation
4
The objectives of the telethon will be:
-- to present the Republican Party as alive and fighting back, un-
deterred by Watergate (although vigorously denouncing all wrongdoing
by any elected official or government worker regardless of Party),
and optimistic about the future.
-- to encourage Republicans on all levels to get re-involved, and to
work and vote for Republican candidates they believe in.
-- to re-state and re-affirm Republican principles, to demonstrate
that they are workable and can be applied to the problems of today,
and that the Party is dedicated to finding solutions and is responsive
to people's needs.
-- to show that there are many, many fine, highly respected,
attractive and likeable men and women who are proud to be Republicans.
-- to review the background and history of the Republican Party, both
nationally and in the region, as a reminder to viewers that the Party
has a long and proud record of accomplishment, integrity and concern
for the quality of life of all the people.
-- and finally, to request viewers to contribute funds so thatthe
Party can continue to function and Republican candidates can conduct
effective campaigns. The policy at this writing is that funds raised
as a result of the telethon will be used first to defray the costs of
producing and promoting the telethon and buying the air time, and
Photo Copy Preservation
5
second, to help support state and local Party activities and the cam-
paigns of Republican candidates. No money will go to the national
organization except to the costs of producing the show.
Photo Copy Preservation
6
Now about the event itself.
The setting of the telethonwill be a rally in a large indoor auditorium,
attended by a capacity crowd of enthusiastic Republicans. Music will
be provided by a live band.
The televised portion will probably be 90 minutes long, although this
possibly could be extended to two hours.
The format will be designed for maximum effectiveness as a television
program. That is, the primary goal is to attract and hold viewers,
not to provide a platform for long speeches or boring reports or other
elements which are not of general interest. It will be a fast-paced,
professionally produced presentation of a wide variety of short seg-
ments, each one no longer than three minutes. Film clips and tapes
will be used where appropriate to add visual interest. At present,
there are no plans for any "pure entertainment" segments - such as
singing, comedy, etc.
It has been proposed that we recruit three celebrity hosts -- well
known figures from show business or sports, including one woman- and
that each one M.C. a third of the program. Chairman Bush will serve
as co-host throughout the entire 90 minutes.
Photo Copy Preservation
7
The first celebrity host will open the program - coming on cold
immediately after the disclaimer (or perhaps he could give the
disclaimer) for maximum impact and to hold as much of our inherited
audience as possible. He will welcome the audience and talk about
who and what will appear on the program. The camera will cut away
to shots of the audience reacting and applauding (this will be done
throughout the telethon). After his opening comments, the host will
introduce Chairman Bush.
Chairman Bush will add his welcome, then discuss the need for money.
He will stress the traditional importance to the Republican Party
of small donations, and will explain that all money raised over and
above the cost of the program will go to help Republicans in this
region. He will also explain the difference between Party funds and
CREEP money.
The Chairman will then announce the phone numbers for pledged
contributions, show the telephone banks, and give the address for mail
contributions, Appeals for contributions - which should come mostly
from state and local Party people - will be repeated
every ten minutes.
A detailed, minute-by-minute format will be developed in the weeks
ahead. This will be based on, and include, the program segments
described in the next two pages.
Photo Copy Preservation
8
-- up to nine guest appearances (in addition to the celebrity hosts and
the Chairman) in which prominent Republicans talk about the Party, why
they feel it's important that we all pull together, what they think the
Party stands for, etc. These spokesmen would be from government, entertain-
ment, sports, business and other fields. They would appear live, if
possible, or on film or tape if necessary. Heading the list will be Vice
President Ford who will make an appearance at the start of the program and
an address at the end. Leading Republicans of the region will be included,
of course. These would be brief appearances - 2 1/2 minutes maximum,
except for the Vice President, who may be on for an additional minute or
two.
-- three "Proud Moments" vignettes. These will be specially produced
2-minute films based on Party history. Each one would highlight one or
more events in which the Party figured prominently, such as the solving of
a problem, dealing with a crisis, a diplomatic breakthrough, a significant
piece of legislation, a case of inspired leadership - and perhaps an
example of how the Party staged a dramatic comeback after suffering a
disastrous defeat or humiliation. One yignette should deal with a "proud
moment" in the regional party's history. The films would use interesting
old stills and film clips, and would be narrated by a prominent Republican.
-- a "Great Republicans" film, 3 minutes long, which will present the 10
or 12 most famous Republicans in history -- what they did, what they said,etc.
=- a filmed or taped presentation of the Republican philosophy - an inspira-
tional statement of Republican principles and their validity today. This should
feature a well known Republican leader, such as Senator Goldwater. 3 minutes.
long.
Photo Copy Preservation
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-- a 2 1/2 minute segment devoted to the young people in the Party.
This could be either live or film, and could feature one spokesman
or several. Objective will be to show why the Republican Party is the
party of the future, what it has to offer young people, etc. Perhaps
this segment could feature a young and attractive member of Congress
or Governor.
-- a "listen-to-the-people" segment - a series of filmed interviews
with people of the region, talking about the problems facing the
country. This would be followed by a re-cap of the issues by a Party
spokesman and a statement of the Republican position. 3 minutes.
-- a 2 minute segment on "fair play", probably live and featuring
an appropriate spokesman like John Wayne. This would be based on the
American tradition of fairness, of not blaming a man for something
he didn't do but judging him for what he is and what he's done and can
do.
-- a short 2 minute talk by an objective and knowledgeable observer
of the political scene on what a Democratic sweep in November could
mean, the danger of a veto-proof Congress, and the importance of
preserving the two-party system.
Photo Copy Preservation
10
The following lists all the segments being considered and the approximate
timings.
Minutes
opening by celebrity host and Chairman
6
introductions, transitions, applause and
miscellaneous for entire telethon
12
fund appeals 8 X average of 30 seconds each
4
guest appearances 9 X average of 2 1/2 seconds each
22 1/2
Vice President appearances
5
"Proud Moments" films. 3 X 2 minutes each
6
"Great Republicans" film,
3
Party philosophy film
3
Young Republican segment
2 1/2
"Listen to the People" film and issues
discussion
3
fair play talk
2
discussion of what Dem sweep will mean
2
closing by Chairman and others
3
credits and disclaimers
1
75
time for additional program elements
15
total program length
90
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The foregoing represents our intital thinking only. Plans will,
of course, be revised and refined as we receive further input.
However, it is inperative that we reach agreement on the general
approach as soon as possible so that work on the first telethon can
get underway.
Specifically, we need to do the following:
-- decide on Cincinnati as the location for the first telethon
-- decide on the date
-- as soon as the above items are definite, we must find and commit to
an auditorium for the event.
-- a small group should be formed and given the responsibility for
coordinating all of the various elements. This should include a
representative of the state organizations, a representative of the
RNC, the telethon producer, and a writer. All should be free to spend
a lot of time on the project.
-- a time period must be cleared and a commitment made to, the stations
involved.
-- a budget must be prepared and approved. This will include the cost
of auditorium rental, air time, live production, film production,
promotion, research, etc.
-- we should start lining up the people who will appear on the program:
the Vice President, the National and regional Party leaders, celebrities, etc.
-- research and scriptwriting. for the special films must be started
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immediately. These films should be in production by June 1 at the latest.
The above represents only the most urgent items. There are, of course,
many, many other things that need doing in the next two to three weeks.
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May 8, 1974
Prominent Southern Republican Chairman:
One of his Congressional candidates thinks RMN may be losing some
ground, but generally things are okay. Still thinks we are going to
come out on top. It is intertwined - the Presidency and the Party.
We wasn't offended by Burch's remarks at RNC meeting. We've got
to hustle more. Position GB taking is a correct one. Transcripts
are getting a lot of play. It's a "light body blow. 11 Bad letters
haven't started.
Atlantic State Committeeman:
A sad day, because the man had to bare his soul. Agrees with Scott,
but it doesn't help to talk publicly that way. This stuff is coming out
in fits and starts, and reaction in his State is very bad at this point.
It may end up coming out better than it now looks, but now it's not good.
Northeastern State Committeeman:
Thought the thing (transcript) was okay. "Not too upset. "
Southern Chairman:
Generally okay, but not overwhelmingly favorable. Some good editorials.
Definite f eeling that RMN has gone the ext ra mile. Had a number of
comments that transcripts show President is human. Thinks this hasn't
hurt - in fact, there is a slig ht improvement.
Mountain State Chairman:
Reaction generally negative and very bad. Had statewide caucuses last
night. Remorse over what President has done to Party. Senator Scott's
feeling is generally shared in State. "I think the only solution is for
Goldwater, Tower, Griffin, and Rhodes to circulate a petition and pre-
sent consensus of Congress quietly to President. "
Midwest Chairman:
Lots of people have read it in the Chicago Tribune. He has problems
with March 21 meeting, but overall, this has helped get things resolved.
There is still a big credibility problem. Doesn't think his people buy the
Scott statement. People are saying that they are fed up with Watergate,
and therefore Nixon - because of halting, balking approach to Watergate
problem. People respect Judiciary Committee's requests. More
regard than for Watergate Committee.
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May 8, 1974
Eastern State Committeewoman:
She defends the President and the Presidency everywhere and attacks
the pseudo-liberals who have set the stage for present circumstances
Feels people are hungry for more defense of RMN. She hasn't lost
faith in the President and is confused by the transcript. She feels the
newspapers are trying to do us harm on this whole matter, but she
won't leave the ship.
Upper Midwest Committeewoman:
This is making people more dubious. It is creating more doubt among
Republicans. "It's just a shame. It bothers the dickens out of me. "
But she has had a few calls from people wanting to take out ads in the
President's favor.
Southeastern Chairman:
He is more discouraged now than he has ever been. Scott's and Rhodes'
remarks have influenced him. Thought last week that the transcript
release was going to help, but he is afraid that it has not helped. Has
talked to a lot of people and he is afraid that a lot of the President's
supporters are going to start to back off.
People are saying "What's the use and
"How come you're still defending that crooked
SOB?"
Very down.
Western Chairman:
It's somewhat serious now. Newspapers are very biased against Admini-
stration. Thought at time of speech it was good, but now he is beginning
to wonder. Scott's statement is being felt. It gives opponents more
ammunition.
Lower Midwest Committeeman:
Very, very negative reaction - not necessarily that RMN is guilty, but
that the tone reflects a second-rate type of guys. Thinks this has hurt
President terribly across the board. It spills over onto the Party. It's
been devastating. He is still mouthing the Party line and trying to avoid
making any remark which mi ght hurt the Party or the system.
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West Coast Chairman:
General consensus from transcript is a negative one, but most people
still want to get this over with and behind us. People seem to think
there is enough out. There is a very unhappy, plain depressed feeling.
The President's image has changed some over this.
Northwest Committeeman:
The release of the transcript was good at first, but has been
deteriorating. Refusal to give more is hurting. The press has
been pretty tough. What's killing everyone are things like Senator
Scott's statement - and even Jerry Ford is getting a little weaker.
Eroding away a bit.
A Southern State Chairman:
Reaction started off favorably, but newspapers and Hugh Scott's
statement have hurt. That seems to be all we are hearing now.
Momentarily, public opinion is down, but doesn't know if it will
stay down.
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Republican
National
Committee.
NATIONAL QUESTIONAIRE
may 27 JK File To test the test persons 74
Objectives:
With a nation- wide telephone study, we want to establish a base
line on several issues and problems that face GOP leaders and candi-
dates in the November elections. We want to probe these issues and
problems in such a way as to develop motivational and depth of per-
ception data as well as the standard information usually seen from
national studies.
Below are listed in outline form the basic areas we would like
to see probed for motivational and depth of perception data.
President Nixon:
-standard approval/disapproval rating question
-by using a scaling technique, determine to level of confidence
people have in Richard Nixon's leadership
Impeachment:
-probe the level of public understanding of impeachment as a
judiciary process.
-the level of public understanding of a Senate trial -vs- House
articles of impeachment, etc.
partisen
-what effect will impeachment proceedings (a Senate trial) con-
political
ducted throughout the campaign have on voters in November
-how do voters stand on impeachment/resignation and their reasons
for their stand
to what extent are voters "turned off" by impeachment -vs- those
DENT: is is * and
who feel strongly, pro or con about impeachment
Watergate:
prize
probed:
Taking "Watergate" as a separate issue, the following should be.
probe voters as to the relative importance of Watergate as an
issue in triggering their vote in November
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Dwight D. Eisenhower Republican Center: 310 First Street Southeast, Washington, D.C. 20003. (202) 484-6500.
NATIONAL QUESTIONAIRE
PAGE 2
Watergate: (cont')
-will perception of how their Congressman votes on impeachment
have any impact on their vote for Congress this fall
what does "Watergate" mean to voters; i.e., is it something very
narrow in definition such as the break-in, or does it signify
something much broader such as corruption in government, etc.
-do voters associate "Watergate" with "Republican" in a negative
sense
Issues:
In addition to the usual national issue question, we should
assume that certain issues, other than Watergate, will be crucial.
These probably would be the economy, general corruption in government,
etc.
-explore what voters think should be done about economy, infla-
xat
tion, recession, etc. in terms of what "government" can or
should do
the
-probe for awareness of programs addressing issues; are current
programs working; are they the right solutions, etc.
Congress:
curflaton
standard job approval rating for Congress and the overall job
it's doing
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name identification and job approval of their own Congressman
Party:
-probe as to whether or not voters feel the GOP is or has been
involved in or responsible for Watergate
-measure the intensity or importance of this feeling in relation
to how voters will vote in November
-using a scaling technique, probe the perception voters have of
the two parties in terms of such things as sensitivity to indi-
vidual voter, best able to handle economy, foreign affairs, etc.,
how corrupt each party is seen
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Job #4567
May 23, 1974
Hello, I'm
from Market Opinion Research Company, a
national research company with headquarters in Detroit. We are making
a study of problems and political figures in the U.S. and your local area.
and would like to have your opinions.
1. Are you a registered voter in the
Yes
1
state and county where you now
No (TERMINATE)
.2
live?
2. What do you think are the most im-
portant problems facing the U.S. as
a nation at this time?
a. Which one do you think is the single most important problem?
(CIRCLE ABOVE)
b. Thinking about the single most important problem, what do you think
should be done to solve this problem?
C. How much confidence do you have
A Tot of confidence
1
that President Nixon can help
Some part. but not a lot
2
to solve this problem--a lot,
Only a little.
3
some part. but not a lot, only
Hardly any confidence
4
a little, or hardly any confidence?
Don't know.
0
d. How hard do you think President
Trying his best
1
Nixon is trying to solve this
2
Trying as hard as anyone
problem-trying his best, trying
else would.
.2
as hard as anyone else would, or
Not trying his best
3
not trying his best?
Don't know
0
?
(ROTATE ORDER OF "C a d" with "e & f")
e. How much confidence do you have
A lot of confidence
1
that Congress can help to solve
Some part, but not a lot.
2
this problem--a lot, some part,
Only a little
3
but not a lot, only a little, or
Hardly.anv confidence
42
hardly any confidence?
Don't know
0
Congress
f. How hard do you think President
Trying his best
1
Name is trying to solve this
Trying as hard as anyone
problem trying Dost, trying
would.
[
as hard as anyone else would, or
Not trying his best
3
not trying his best?
Don't know
D
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3. Overall, do you think the U.S. as a
Better off
?
nation is better off, worse off or
Worse off
2
about the same as 11 was 2 or 3 years
About the same
3
ago?
Don't know
0
a. Why do you feel that way?
4. Do you think that the nation will be
Better off
1
better off, worse off or the same as
Worse off
2
it is today two years from now?
About the same
3
Don't know.
0
a. Why do you feel that way?
5. Who or what do you feel is responsible any mints
for the continuing inflation problem?
?
( if had to choose between RN on congress
to you anove 5 which would you blame.
6. 1 an going to mention six problems to you and I would like you to rate
how bad a problem you think each one is in the country today, whether it
is extremely bad, vary bad, moderately bad_, a little bad, or not too bad
a problem. First, how would you rate.
(READ PROBLEMS BELOW, REPEAT
CHOICES EACH TIME)
Extremely
Very
Moderately A little Not too Don't
bad
bad
bad
bad
bad
know
Crime and drugs
5
4
3
2
1
0
Economic conditions
5
4
3
2
1
0
Honesty in government
5
4
3
2
0
Federal taxes
5
4
3
2
1
0
Overall quality of life
5
4
3
2
1
0
Overall way federal
government is being run 5
4
3
2
1
0
Congress?
a. (IF EXTREMELY BAD OR VERY BAD, ASK)
Who or what do you think is responsible for this situation?
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7. Do you approve or disapprove of the
Approve
1
way Richard Nixon is handling his
Disapprove
2
job 3$ President?
Don't know.
0
a. How strongly do you approve the
a. How strongly do you disapprove
way President Nixon is handling
of the way President Nixon 15
his job as President, very strongly,
handling his job as President,
fairly strongly, or not too strongly?
very strongly, fairly strongly,
or not TOO strongly?
Very strongly
3
Very strongly.
3
Fairly strongly.
2
Fairly strongly
2
Not too strongly.
}
Not too strongly
1
Don't know.
0
Don't know.
0
b. Why do you approve?
b. Why do you disapprove?
c. (IF ANSWER IS "Doing a good job,"
C. (IF ANSWER IS "Not doing a good
ASK:) What in particular do you
job, ASX:) What in particular
have in mind?
do you have in mind?
8. What do you think have been Richard
Nixon's greatest accomplishments
since he has been President?
9. What do you think have been Richard
Nixon's greatest failures since be
has been President?
10. Overall, would you say that for the
Accomplishments outweighed
6 years President Nixon has been in
failures
.1
office, his accomplishments have out-
Failures outweighed accomp-
weighed his failures or that his
lishments
2
failures have outweighed his accomplish-
Evenly balanced
3
ments?
Don't know.
0
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11. Do. you approve or disapprove of the
Approve
1
way Gerald Ford is handling his job
Disapprove
2
as Vice-President?
Don't know
0
a. How strongly do you approve the
1. How strongly do you disapprove
way Vice President Ford is handling
of the way Vice President is
his job 25 Vice President, very
handling bis job as Vice Presi-
strongly, fairly strongly, or not
dent. very strongly, fairly
too strongly?
strongly, or not too strongly?
Very strongly
3
Very strongly
3
Fairly strongly.
2
Fairly strongly
2
Not too strongly
1
Not too strongly
1
Don't know
0
Don't know
0
b. Why do you approve?
b. Why do you disapprove?
c. (IF ANSWER IS "Doing a good job,"
C. (IF ANSWER IS "Doing a good job,"
ASK:) What in particular do you
ASK:) What in particular do you
have in mind?
have in mind?
12. Overall, would you say that President
President
1
Nixon or Congress has done the best
Congress
54
job over the past year or two?
Don't know
0
13.- Can you tell me the name of your U.S.
Named
}
Congressman in Washington?
Named other
2
Don't know.
0
(IDENTIFY IF RESPONDENT CANNOT
(
14. Do you approve or disapprove of the
Approve
-
way
is handling
Disapprove
2
his job as U.S. Congressman?
Don't know
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15. In this fall's election, would you
Re-elect
1
like to see your congressman re-elected
Change/New Person
2
Dr do you think it is time for a change
Refused
3
and a new person should be the congress-
Don't know.
C
man from your district?
a. Why would you like to see him/her
A. Why would you like to see a
re-elected?
change?
b. (IF "Doing a good job," ASK)
b. (IF ANSWER IS "Not doing a good.
What in particular do you have
job. # ASK:) What in particular
in mind?
do you have in mind?
a
Is there anyone from your district
C. Is there anyone in particular
that you ON think N you would
you sould like to see nm
VOIR for against your present
against your congressman?
Congressmant
16. Do you think it would be best for the
Enough Dems. to override a
country that after this fail's election
presidential veto.
1
Congress was made up of enough Democrats
A majority of Dens, but not
good
to override any Presidential veto, 772
enough to override a veto. 2
majority of Democrats, but not enough
A. Republican majority
3
to override a veto or a majority of
Don't know
D
Republicans?
17. Do you personally hope that your Congress- Yes
1
man will vote for impeachment of the
No
.2
President?
Don't know
0
18. Will how your congressean votes on
Very important
1
impeachment be very important. fairly
Fairly important.
2
important. not too important, or not at
Not too important
3
all important to you in deciding whether
Not at all important
4
or not to vote for him this fall?
Don't know
0
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19. As far as the people in charge of running (READ LIST) are concerned,
would you say you have à great deal of confidence, only some confidence,
or hardly any confidence at all in them? (RECORD BELOW FOR EACH ITEM
ON LIST)
Great deal
of
Only some
Hardly any
Don't
Confidence
Confidence
Confidence
Know
8. The U.S. Senate
are
2
1
0
b. The press
3
2
1
0
C. The U.S. House of
Representatives
3
2
1
0
d. Television news
3
2
1
0
join
E. Local government
3
2
7
0
f. State government
3
2
]
0
f. The White House
3
2
1
0
, The S who
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20. Now, I would like to read you a list of issues people have mentioned
to us and as I read each one, 1 would like you to tell me whether
each one would be extremely important, very important, fairly important,
not very important, or not at all important to you in deciding how to
vote for senator or congressman this fall.
Extremely
Very
Fairly
Not very
Not at all DI
Important
Important
Important
Important
Important Kt
Unemployment
5
4
3
2
1
Crime
5
4
3
2
1
Matergate/Corruption in
government
5
4
3
2
1
Inflation
5
4
3
2
1
Candidate's position on
impeacement of the
President
5
4
3
2
1
/Foreign affairs
5
4
3
2
7
21. In deciding how to vote for congressmen,
Personal qualities
1
are the personal qualities of the candi-
Position on issues
2
dates or the candidate's positions on
Party affiliation
3
the issues = or the party they belong to
Don't know.
0
the most important to you.
masbe need to suggest
22. What 1s the first thing that comes to
mind when you think of the Republican
party of nich
Party?
28"
etc etc to
efc?
party A place
(IF "NEUTRAL TYPE ANSWER, E.G. "POLITICAL PARTY" (If answer to 0. does not indicate
good/bad)
a. Do you consider that good or bad?
Good
1
Bad
2
Don't know.
0
23 What is the second thing that comes to
mind when you think of the Republican
Party?
(IF "NEUTRAL TYPE OF ANSWER, E.G. "POLITICAL PARTY" (If answer to Q. does not indica
good/bad
&. Do you consider that good or bad?
Good
1
Bad
2
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Don't know
0
24. What is the first thing that comes to
mind when you think of the Democratic
Party?
good/bad) (IF "NEUTRAL TYPE ANSWER E.6. "POLITICAL PARTY" (If answer to Q. does not indicate
d. Do you consider that good or bad?
Good
-
Bad
2
Don't know.
0
25. What is the second thing that comes to
mind when you think of the Democratic
Party?
good/bad (IF "NEUTRAL TYPE ANSWER E.G. "POLITICAL PARTY* (If answer to 0. does not indicate
a. Do you consider that good or bad?
Good
1
Bad
2
Don't know
0
7
26. Can you tell me the name of the national
Named Robert Strauss
1
leader of the Democratic Party? 7
Named other
chaines
2
Don't know
0
(IDENTIFY IF RESPONDENT CANNOT - Robert Straugs)
27, Can you tell be the name of the national
Named George Bush
]
leader of the Republican Party?
Named other
2
Don't know
0
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28. Now I am going to read to you several qualities or characteristics that
our two political parties may or may not have and as 1 read each, 1' 1
would like you to tell me whether you think it describes the Republican
Party, the Democratic Party or neither.
Republican
Democratic
Neither
Don't know
Concerned for people
like US
1
2
3
0
Honest
1
2
3
0
Able to handle economic
problems
1
2
3
0
Corrupt
1
2
a
0
Able to handle international
problems
1
2
3
0
Trustworthy
1
2
3
0
war big bi Spendar
Liberal
-
2
3
0
Dynamic
and
2
3
0
Rich
7
2
3
0
2
Conservative
1
2
3
0
Powerful
1
2
3
0
29. How, I would like to read you several names and 1 would like you to tell me if
you are aware or not aware of each one. (IF AMARE, ASK:) Is your general
impression of him favorable or unfavorable? (ROTATE NAMES)
Aware Not Aware Favorable Unfavorable Don't know
3
a. Edward Kennedy
b. Barry Goldwater
N N am
3
2
1
0
3
2
1
0
C. George Heany
3
2
1
0
??
d. George Bush
N
3
2
and
0
e. Hugh Scott
=
3
2
1
0
f. Robert Strauss
2%
3
2
1
0
9. John Rhodes
200
3
2
1
0
30. When I mention the word "WATERGATE"
What is the first thing that comes
to mind?
a. What else does the term Watergate mean to you?
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31. Do you think President Nixon
Should resign
1
should or should not resign?
Should not resign
2
Don't know.
0
a. If President Nixon doesn't resign
Should be impeached
1
do you think he should or should not
Should not be impeached
2
be impeached?
Don't know.
0
b. Why?
32. If the election for Congressinen were
Republican.
1
being held today and
was the
Democrat
2
Republican candidate and
Refused
9
was the Democratic candidate, would
Don't know
0
you be voting for the Republican or
Democratic candidate?
2, As of today, which way do you lean--
Republican candidate
1
?
towards
= the
Democratic candidate.
.2
Republican candidate or
Refused
9
,
the Democratic candidate?
Don't know.
0
33. Did what you know about Watergate
Yes
1
influence the way you just answered
No.
.2
the above question?
Don't know
0
34. There has been quite a lot of discussion
about impeachment recently. From what
you know, what does the term impeachment
mean?
35. Do you think the President should or
Should be tried.
1
should not be tried by the U.S. Senate
Should not be tried
2
you
to determine whether he is guilty or
Don't know.
0
is
innocent of any crimes?
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36. Do you personally think the President
Guilty
1
is guilty or innocent OF committing
Innocent
2
any crime?
Don't know
0
37. In the impeachment process, the House
Should be charged
1
of Representatives determines whether
Should not be charged
2
or not formal charges should be brought
Don't know.
0
against the President. If charges are
brought against the President he is then
tried before the U.S. Senate with the
Senate itself sitting as the jury.
Should the President be charged before
the Senate?
tried
a. Why? (PROBE)
38. If the House brings formal charges
Should resign
1
against the President, do you think
Should defend himself
2
he should resign or that he should
Don't know.
0
go ahead and defend himself in a
trial before the Senate?
380 People have different ideas on what
Support Nixon.
1
position the Republican party should
Not take a stand
2
take regarding President Nixon. Some
Repudiate as leader of the
think it should continue to support
party
3
him while others think that the party
Don't know
0
should not take 8 position, but should
work to elect 113 Candidates at the
State and local Texa the in
Vestigation take its course.) Others
???
yet, however, think the party should
repudiate him the leader of the
party. Which or these three positions
do you most closely agree with?
40, Do you think the President should or
Should
1
should not make available the all
Should not
2
of the transcripts/tapes requested
Don't know
0
by the House Judiciary Committee?
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E: PARTY
New 1 would like to talk EO you again about the political parties.
El. Cenerally speaking, do you usually think of yourself as X Republican,
is Democrat, an Independent, or what?
1. REPUBLICAN
2. INDEPENDENT
3. NO PREFERENCE
4. OTHER
S. DEMOCRAT
TUEN TO P.23, Elj
Ela. Mould you call yourself a
Ele. Would you call yourself a
BETODE Republican or a not
strong Democrat or 8 not
very Republican?
very STYONG Democrat?
1. STRONG
5. NOT VERY
1. STRONG
S. NOT VERY
STRONG
STRONG
EI5. Was there ever a time when
Elf. Was there ever a time when
you thought of yourself =
you thought of yourself as
to Remocrat or an Independent
à Republican or an Inderen-
rether rhan à Republican?
dent rather than 2 Depocrat?
1. YES
5. E0, SEVER
1. YES
5. NO, NEVER
TURN TO P.24, E2
TURN TO P. 24, E2
It. c. Mas that as Democrat or sn
Eig. Was that a Republican OF an
Independent?
Independent?
1. DEMOCRAT
3. INDEPENDENT
1. REPUBLICAN
5. INDEPENDENT
Eld. When did you change to 8
Elh. When did you change to a
Republican?
Desocrat?
SKIP TO P. 24, E2
SKIP 30 P. 24, E2
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VI. What 18 the last grade of school you
Grade school or less
completed?
(Grade 1-9)
1
Some high school
2
Graduated high school
(Grade 9-12)
......3
Vocational/Technical
School
4
Some College.
.5
Graduated college
6
Post graduate work.
4
7
Refused
0
VII. To addition to being an American, what
British/English.
1
Irish.
2
do you consider your stin ethnic or
Italian.
3
nationality group to be?
Polish.
4
German,
N7
French.
6
Greek
7
Afro-American.
DO
Other.
9
Don't know/Refused.
0
VIII. Do you or does any other member of your
Respondent.
1
family balong to a labor union?
Other member of family
.2
Both.
3
None.
4
Refused/Don't know
0
IX. is your religious preference Protestant,
Protestant (e.g. Baptist,
Roman Catholic, Jevish, or something
Methodist, etc.)
1
Roman Catholic
2
else?
Jewish.
3
Other.
4
Agnostic/Atheist
5
None
8
Refused
o.
Don't know.
o
X. Are you of home-owner or do you rent?
Home-owner
1
Rent
*Y
Don't know/Refused.
0
II. Sex:
Yes
Male
1
Female
2
(BY OBSERVATION OR FROM NATIONALITY)
XII. Race:
White.
1
Black.
2
Other
3
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Not ascertained.
0
(IF ANSWER TO 21 WAS INDEPENDENT, NO PREFERENCE, OR OTHER, ASK THE FOLLOWING:)
21j. Do you think, of yourself RG closer to the Republican or to the Democratic
party?
1, REPUBLICAN
3. MELTHER
5. DEMOCRATIC
Elk. Was there ever as
Eln. Was there ever a
E1q. Was there ever a
time when you
time when you
time when you
thrught of yourself
thought of yourself
thought of yourself
as closer LO the
as 12 Democrat or as
as closer to the
Democratic party
a Republican?
Republican party
instead of the
(Which party was
instead of the
Republican party?
that?)
Democratic party?
1. YES
5. m, NEVER
1. YES, DEMOCRAT
1. YES
5. NO, NEVER
5. YES, REPUBLICAN
3. NO, NEVER
Elm. When did you change?
Elr, When did you change?
Elp. When did you change?
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III. Did you vote in the 1972 presidential
Yes.
1
election?
No.
2'
Don't know.
0
a. Did you vote for Richard Nixon
Nixon.
1
D3 George McGovern for president?
McGovern.
2
Other
3
Didn't vote for President.
4
would you
Refused
3
b If How your voted today would you 79 ute the
Don't know.
0
I
for RN amm and
IV. Since you were old enough to vote, how
All of then.
1
many statewide primary elections have
Host of then.
P.S
you voted in (READ CHOICES)?
About half of them.
3
why (son stats
Less than half of them.
4
don't has
None of them.
LM
Don't know.
0
V.
What is your approximate age?
17-24 years.
1
25-34 years.
2
35-44 years.
3
45-54 years,
4
55-64 years.
5
65 and over
6
Refused.
0
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Now I would like to talk to you again about the political parties.
E1. Generally speaking, do you usually think of yourself as DE
a Democrat, an Independent, DE what?
1. REPUBLICAN
Z. INDEPENDENT
3. TRO PREFERENCE
4, OTHER
5. DEMOCRAT
Ela. Would you call yourself a
Fle. Rould you call yourself a
strong Republican or & not
strong Benecrat or * not
very strong Espublican?
very strong Democrat?
1. STRONG
5. NOT VERY
1. STRONG
5. NOT VERY
STRONG
STRONG
Elb. Was there ever a time when
Elf. Was there ever B time when
you thought of yourself as
you thought of yourself as
a Democrer or an Independent
= Republican OT an Indepen-
rather Chan a Republican?
dear rather than be Democrat?
1. YES
5. NO, NEVER
1. YES
5. NO, NEVER
Elc. Was that a Democrat or 20
Elg. Pas that # Republican or =
Independent?
Independent?
1. DEMOCRAT
S. INDEPENDENT
1. REPUBLICAN
5. INDEPENDENT
Why
Eld. did you change to &
Elh. mary did you change to 5
Republican?
Democrat?
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W. CLEMENT STONE
5050 NORTH BROADWAY
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60640
May 13, 1974
Messrs. Gilford Dudley,
Charles Potter & Maurice Stans
Trustees
Committee to Re-elect the President
Washington, D. C.
Gentlemen:
We are aware from press reports that substantial funds
left over from the 1972 campaign are being held in trust,
presumably for eventual disposition to Republican political
campaigns and/or for payment of expenses incurred in
connection with the 1972 campaign.
We, of course, made contributions for the President's
reelection campaign of 1972. We would hope, therefore,
that your primary concern as Trustees would be to insure
that all expenses, fairly and legally incurred either in
connection with or as a result of the 1972 campaign,
would have first priority before funds are turned over
to the campaigns of others than those to which we con-
tributed. In this regard, we have noted that some of
the campaign funds have been used to pay legal expenses
of employees of the Committee in connection with civil
proceedings and in connection with their representation
prior to any criminal charges being brought against them.
This, in our view, is an appropriate and reasonable ex-
pense associated with the campaign since litigation re-
sulted from the campaign.
There are a number of other persons, however, who were
not formally employed by the Committee, but nonetheless
were forced to incur legal expenses as a result of the
campaign. We have in mind particu larly present menb ers
of the White House staff or former members of the White
House staff who were forced to incur legal expenses in
connection with their appearances either in civil litigation
or before a Grand Jury or before the Ervin Committee. We
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May 13, 1974
find it difficult, morally or legally, to distinguish between
employees of the Committee and employees of the President's
staff. All of the persons involved were affected by the very
unfortunate litigation which resulted from the campaign and
there seems to be no difference in our minds whethe r the
individual happened to be employed by the Committee to Re-
elect the President or by the Federal Government.
We know of several present White House staff members and
some former staff memb ers who have incurred legal expenses
far in excess of their personal ability to pay. Attached is a
list of those individuals along with the approximate amounts
of the expenses for which they are obligated. None has been
charged with any criminal act. There may be others not
listed on the enclosed. It seems to us that a consistent
principle should be applied to all affected, regardless of
the amounts involved.
We strongly urge, therefore, that you make some provision
to either pay the bills incurred by individuals in this category
or reimburse them in the event they have made payment on
their own. We would appreciate your advising us at your
earliest opportunity whether you concur in this suggestion.
We be lieve that simple equity demands it. We are also con-
fident that others who contributed substantially will agree
with us that these funds were contributed for the 1972 cam-
paign and all expenses associated therewith.
Sincere
W. The Clement Stone
John Mulcahy
WCS/JM/mc
Enclosure
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Names
Amount
Michael Duval
$ 2,000.00
Ronald Walker
16,000.00
William Henkle
5,000.00
Lawrence Higby
12,000.00
Bruce Kehrli
1,500.00
Henry Cashen
1,500.00
Richard Howard
2,500.00
Kathleen Balsdon
1,000.00
Sarah Brinkerhoff
50.00
Fred Fielding
5,000.00
Jane Thomas
Ken Khachigian
1,400.00
Bob Barron
Allen Walker
William Rhatican
5,000.00
Steve Bull
20,000.00
Rose Mary Woods
20,000.00 (estimate)
Marge Acker
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From the desk of
GEORGE BUSH
JK
File -personal
note address
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WILLIAM S. WHITE
June 22, 1974
JUN 20 1974
Dear George:
Thanks so much for your warm and thoughtful
card. It is strange to be here watching an interpretation
of the news from which I am now removed but believe
me it has compensations and one obvious one is that
Austin at this juncture is a much more civil place
to live. However, I believe that civility in public
affairs will return and that the patience of you
and others will be rewarded. There isn't much hope
if that eventuality isn't going to come to pass
because the alternative obviously is anarchy.
June and I hope to run into you and Barbara
and in the meantime we send our warmest regards and
our very best whishes.
Ever your friend,
Country Club Apts.,
Country Club Road
1006 Grove #101
Bus Whate
Austin, Texas 78741
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OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Republican National Committee
JK
put in sate
To: Chairman Bush
Date:
July 31,1974
From: Research
Subject: The text of the statement made by Ron Ziegler
when commenting on Mr. Doar on July 19:
II There is no proceeding in our free system
where someone who has the key responsibility
like Mr. Doar has, that justifies in any way
whatsoever the drawing up of impeachment
articles before the evidence has been
presented, unless it is a kangaroo court,
and I would suggest that Mr. Doar may feel
he is conducting that kind of proceeding."
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From the desk of
August 13, 1974
ROBERT R. ROUSEK
TO: Chairman Bush
Leslie Stahl, CBS legal reporter who covered
much of the Ervin Committee hearings, is deing a
story on the charges levelled against Carmen Bellino
who was then cleared by the Committee. She said that
since you originally made the charges (which is not
correct) that she would like an interview with you
"to wrap this up."
I told her of your almost impossible schedule
but she's insisting. I can get you out of it with
no trouble, but they may do the story anyway.
We cpuld issue a statement that the Bellino
matter had been called to your attention, you called
for an investigation, it was held after some prodding,
the Committee cleamBellino and there the matter
dropped.
However, Watergate is for all practical
purposes behind us. The Ervin Committee report is
in and even if CBS does something I doubt if others
will follow up. Therefore, I think it best to ignore
this interview. Her only interest in this is because
of your original connection and the speculation now
about your becoming the Vice President. If you don't
do it now ( which I think would be wise -- ignore it)
she may bring it up in the future if the VP nomination
is made.
Bob
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August 14, 1974
General Alexander M. Haig, Jr.
The White House
Washington, D. C.
Dear General Haig:
The enclosed letter was received this morning. and the Chairman
felt you should have it for your information.
Since having submitted our reports to you on suggestions for the
Vice Presidency Governor Williams of Arizona has telephoned and listed
his preferences as follows: Goldwater, Bush, Rockefeller. There wese
also a small group of National Committee Members who were in touch
with us late this morning. with their suggestions. They are.
Robert Linville, Jr.
1. Any good Western Republican
State Chairman, Idaho
Sarita Gonzalez
Committeewoman for Puerto Rico
1. George Bush
2. Nelson Rockefeller
3. Melvin Laird
Henrietta Page Crane
1. George Bush
Committeewoman for Main
2. Nelson Rockefeller
3. Elliot Richardson
I believe this concludes the additions to the report which we sent
over this morning.
Sincerely,
Mary Louise Smith
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Republican
AUG 14 1974
State Committee.
RICHARD M. ROSENBAUM, Chairman
August 12, 1974
Hon. George Bush
Republican National Chairman
310 First Street, S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20003
Dear George:
I warmly welcome your invitation to submit, on behalf of the Republican
Party of New York State, my recommendations to you for the vacant Office of
Vice President.
With singular pride, I offer the one individual who best meets President
Ford's high standards for the Office, the former Governor of the State of
New York, Nelson A. Rockefeller.
Governor Rockefeller would bring to the Vice Presidency a matchless
breadth of experience, profound and proven ability, and an omniverous
interest in national and international affairs.
As a result of his 15 years as Governor of New York, and of his dis-
tinguished service to the Nation before and since, he has won the affection
and esteem of millions of Americans.
No one could assist President Ford more in leading the Nation toward
solving its many problems.
No one could assist President Ford more in re-establishing the standards
of political morality and public service first planted on our soil by the
founders of the republic.
Governor Rockefeller's years in public life are emphatic testimony of
his humanity and courage, intelligence and integrity. Indeed, his public
record is his most compelling advocate.
Though certain political considerations also might tend to favor
Governor Rockefeller, the only real question before us is: "Who is best for
America?"
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Most New Yorkers, and I feel certain most Americans, would enthusiastically
endorse my answer: Nelson A. Rockefeller.
Proven leadership, proven excellence, proven character -- these are his
prime and special qualities.
I earnestly hope they are put to work for the Ford Administration.
With renewed appreciation for your invitation, and with best wishes,
I am
Very cordially yours,
Richard m
Richard M. Rosenbaum
Chairman
RMR: kh
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September 16, 1974
Hon. Alexander M. Haig, Jr.
The White House
Washington, D. C.
Dear Al:
Here is my White House pass. Since my official
duties at the Republican National Committee ended
today, could you please see that the proper security
person receives it.
As I pass this milestone, I want to extend my
thanks to the White House staff for all the courtesies
shown me while I have been Chairman.
The staff, telephone operators, secretaries and
guards have always extended to me warm and courteous
attention. I don't know how one thanks them enough,
but I sure would like to try.
Hang in there.
Sincerely,
George Bush
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August 14, 1974
The President
The White House
Washington, D.C.
Dear Mr. President:
In response to your request I am enclosing herein the
suggestions regarding the selection of a Vice-President which
we have received from Republican National Committee Members
and Republican governors.
I shall be happy to answer any questions you may have on
the details of this report.
Sincerely,
Mary Louise Smith
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September 16, 1974
Mrs. Estelle Stacy Carrier
Secretary, Republican National Committee
310 First Street, S. E.
Washington, D. C. 20003
Dear Mrs. Carrier:
I hereby submit my resignation as Chairman
of the Republican National Committee.
Sincerely,
George Bush
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From the desk of
TOM LIAS
may found Smith
material re UP ,RNC
august 14, 1974
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SUMMARY OF SUGGESTIONS FROM REPUBLICAN NATIONAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS
ON SELECTION OF VICE PRESIDENT
First
Second
Third
Bush
59
36
28
Rockefeller
32
22
20
Reagan
8
9
5
Goldwater
15
I9
7
Laird
5
6
5
Evans
3
2
Armstrong
4
4
9
Baker
3
1
4
Richardson
3
7
6
Ray
2:
1
1
Gov. Moore
2
Bond
2
Brock
1
2
4
Morton
I
5
3
Dominick
1
2
Hatfield
1.
1
Tower
1
I
Bowen
3
Quie
2
I
Rhodes
1
Ruckelshaus
1
Cook
1
Scranton
1
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First
Second
Third
Lugar
3
Holton
2
Bartlett
2
Brooke
1
Dent
1
Dole
I
Fish
1
Frelinghuysen
I
Harlow
1
Hathaway
1
Helms
1
Hickel
I
Meskill
1
Percy
1
Simon
1
Stafford
I
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SUGGESTIONS FROM REPUBLICAN NATIONAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS ON SELECTION OF VICE PRESIDENT
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ALABAMA
Perry O. Hooper
Bush
Reagan
Goldwater
Mrs. Jean Sullivan
Bush
*J. Richard Bennett, Jr.
Goldwater
Bush
Armstrong
ALASKA
Eldon R. Ulmer
Goldwater
Reagan
Bush
Mrs. Edith Holm
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Bush
*John B. Coghill
Bush
ARIZONA
John H. Haugh
Bush
Goldwater
Mrs. Mary Crisp +
Bush
Armstrong
Goldwater
+ #1 because of diplomacy,
*Harry Rosenzweig
Goldwater
Bush
Laird
respect, wisdom, youth
and fresh person
ARKANSAS
Odell Pollard
Baker
Rockefeller
Bush
Mrs. Leona A. Troxell
Bush
Rockefeller
Armstrong
*Jim Caldwell
Bush
Rockefeller
Armstrong
CA LIFORNIA
William S. Banowsky
Bush
Mrs. Elsa Sandstrom
Reagan
Bush
Brock
*Gordon Luce
Reagan
Bush
Brock
COLORADO
Bill Daniels
Goldwater
Bush
Reagan
Mrs. Jo Anne Gray
Dominick
Goldwater
Bush
*Dwight A. Hamilton
Bush
:
Dominick
CONNECTICUT
John Alsop
Rockefeller
Bush
Richardson
Mrs. Mary Boatwright +
Laird
Rockefeller
Brook
+Not Richardson
*Vincent Laudone
Bush
Rockefeller
Baker
*State Chairman
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DELAWARE
Thomas B. Evans, Jr.
Rockefeller
Mrs. Judy Day
Rockefeller
Richardson
Percy
*Herman C. Brown
Bush
Rockefeller
Laird
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Robert S. Carter
Bush
Rockefeller
Goldwater
Mrs. Allie Marriott
*Edmund E. Pendleton
Rockefeller
Bush
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FLORIDA
William C. Cramer
suggestions sent directly to President Ford
Mrs. Paula F. Hawkins
Laird
Armstrong
Rockefeller
*L. E. Thomas
Armstrong
Reagan
Bush
GEORGIA
Nolan Murrah, Jr.
Bush
Mrs. Nora Allen
Bush
*Robert J. Shaw
Bush
Armstrong
Simon
GUAM
Pedro Diaz Perez
Tower
Rockefeller
Evans
Mrs. Concepcion Barrett
ROCKEFELLER
BUSH
PERCY
*Frank F. Blas
HAWAII
Edward Brennan
Rockefeller
Richardson
Bush
Mrs. Kinau Boyd Kamalii +
Rockefeller
Laird
Hickle
+reflects pole of 100 Rep.
*Mrs. Carla Coray
Armstrong
Bush
leaders and elected officials
and cross section of some
IDAHO
Democrats
David Little
Bush
Goldwater
Morton
Mrs. Orriette Sinclair
Goldwater
Bush
Meskill
*Robert G. Linville, Jr.
WESTERN RED.
*State Chairman
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ILLINOIS
Cliffard D. Carlson
Bush
Goldwater
Rockefeller
Mrs. Hope McCormick
Armstrong
Rockefeller
*Don Adams
INDIANA
L. Keith Bulen
Bush
Bowen
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Lugar
Mrs. Margaret Hill
Bush
Bowen
Lugar
*Thomas S. Milligan
Bush
Bowen
Lugar
IOWA
Charles E. Wittenmeyer +
Rockefeller
Morton
Bush
+must take political picture i
Mrs. Mary Louise Smith
Bush
Ray
to consideration. Don't pull
*John C. McDonald
Ray
Bush
Rockefeller
out Rep. where seat will be
lost.
KANSAS
McDill Boyd
Bush
Evans
Mrs. Beth Rogers
Rockefeller
Bush
Dole
*Jack Ranson
Bush
KENTUCKY
Edwin G. Middleton
Bush
Dominick
Laird
Mrs. Nelda Barton +
Laird
Goldwater
Bush
+also Armstrong & Moore
*Charles R. Coy
Sen. Cook
Bush
Reagan
LOUISIANA
John H. Cade, Jr.
Reagan
Goldwater
Bush
No National Committeewoman
*James H. Boyce
Bush
Goldwater
Reagan
MAINE
Cyril M. Joly, Jr.
Bush
Morton
Baker
Mrs. Henrietta Page Crane
BUSH
ROCKEFELLER
RIEHARDSON
*Harold Jones
Rockefeller
Bush
*State Chairman
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MARYLAND
Richard M. Allen
Goldwater
Bush
Rockefeller
Miss Louise Gore
Goldwater
Bush
Rockefeller
Edward P. Thomas, Jr.
Bush
Morton
Rockefeller
MASSACHUSETTS
Bruce Crane
Richardson
Mrs. Eunice Howe
Richardson
*William A. Barnstead
Bush
Richardson
Rockefeller
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MICHIGAN
Creighton Holden
Rockefeller
Richardson
Bush
Mrs. Ranny Riecker
Rockefeller
Richardson
Bush
*William F. McLaughlin
Rockefeller
Richardson
Bush
MINNESOTA
Rudy Boschwitz
Quie
Baker - Bush - Richardson
Mrs. Iantha LeVander +
Armstrong
Bush
Quie
*Rockefeller - all equal
*Robert J. Brown
Quie
Goldwater
Baker
MISSISSIPPI
Victor Mavar
Goldwater
Reagan
Armstrong
Mrs. Virginia Hooper
Bush
Morton
Goldwater
*Clarke Reed
Goldwater
Rhodes
Harlow
MISSOURI
Lawrence K. Roos
Rockefeller
Bush
Richardson
Mrs. Rosemary Ginn +
Bond
Rockefeller
Armstrong-Bush H. forward thrust
*Albert L. Rendlen
Bond
Bush
Rockefeller
2. wise & understanding
relative to state and federal
MONTANA
3. woman
William R. Mackay
4. grit and service to party
Mrs. Isabel Moberly
Bush
Armstrong
*Kenneth R. Neill
Bush
Morton
Reagan
*State Chairman
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NEBRASKA
Dick Herman
Bush
Goldwater
Rockefeller
Mrs. Pat Smith+
Bush
+#1 will go well with eastern
*William E. Barrett
Bush
Goldwater
Ray
and Tx. backgrounds
NEVADA
William M. Laub
Bush
Goldwater
Armstrong
Mrs. Lucie Humphrey
Bush
Goldwater
Armstrong
*Walter P. Casey Jr.+
Bush
Goldwater
Armstrong
+#1 wouldn't affect present
Rep. office holder, experier
NEW HAMPSHIRE
at UN, broad-based support
Robert P. Bass Jr.
Bush
Rockefeller
Richardson
among Conservatives & Lib-
Miss Victoria Zachos
Bush
Rockefeller
Richardson
erals, good press relationsl
*Mrs. Shirley Hodgdon
Rockefeller
Bush
Morton
Party strength
NEW JERSEY
Bernard M. Shanley
Bush
Rockefeller
ary prominent Rep. Governor
Mrs. Katherine Neuberger
Rockefeller
Bush
Frelinghuysen
*Webster B. Todd +
Bush-Rockefeller
+Bush for running mate &
youth
NEW MEXICO
Rockefeller for exec. exper
Robert C. Davidson
Bush - Morton - Rockefeller (all equal)
ience
Mrs. Frances Shipman
Rockefeller
Morton
Bush
*Murray Ryan
Rockefeller
Bush
Goldwater
NEW YORK
George L. Hinman
Rockefeller
Rockefeller
Rockefeller
Mrs. Dorothy McHugh
Rockefeller
Rockefeller
Rockefeller
*Richard M. Rosenbaum
Rockefeller
NORTH CAROLINA
J. E. Broyhill
Goldwater
Rockefeller
Bush
Mrs. Thelma Rogers
Bush
Bush
Bush
*Thomas S. Bennett +
Reagan
Goldwater
Helms - Brock
+all equal
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NORTH DAKOTA
Ben J. Clayburgh
Bush
Bush
Bush
Mrs. Gerridee Wheeler
Bush
Bush
Bush
*Allan C. Young
Goldwater
Reagan
Rockefeller
OHIO
Ray Bliss
( out of country )
Miss Martha C. Moore
Ray
Ruckelshaus
Bush
consider age, face, experi-
*Kent B. McGough
Rockefeller
ence and competence
OKLAHOMA
Skip Healey
Reagan
Goldwater
Bush
Mrs. Grace Boulton
Goldwater
Reagan
Bartlett
*Clarence E. Warner
Reagan
Goldwater
Bartlett
OREGON
George P. Stadelman
Bush
Evans
Hatfield
Mrs. Dorotha Moore
Hatfield
Bush
Goldwater
*David Green
Bush
Richardson
Hatfield
PENNSYLVANIA
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Thomas B. McCabe
Miss Sarah Ann Stauffer
Rockefeller
Rockefeller
Rockefeller
*Richard C. Frame
Rockefeller
Bush
PUERTO RICO
Jaime Pieras, Jr.
Rockefeller
Bush
Mrs. Sarita Gonzalez
BUSH
ROCKEFELLER
LAIRD
*Jose V. Usera
Rockefeller
Bush
RHODE ISLAND
Frederick Lippitt
Rockefeller
Scranton
Richardson
Mrs. June Gibbs
ROCKEFELLER
CHAFFE
BUSH
*Thomas E. Wright
Rockefeller
Bush
Richardson
*State Chairman
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SOUTH CAROLINA
Hal C. Byrd
Bush
Goldwater
Morton
Dr. Inez Eddings
Reagan
Goldwater
Lugar
*Jesse Cooksey
Reagan
Goldwater
Dent
SOUTH DAKOTA
William F. Lenker
(out of country)
Mrs. Nora Hussey +
Bush
Rockefeller
Goldwater
+veto Richardson & Brooke
*E. Steeves Smith
Bush
should be 55 years or young
TENNESSEE
George E. Wilson, Jr.
Baker
Brock
Mrs. Peggy Spurrier
Rockefeller
Laird
Baker
* S L (Kopie) Kopald, Jr.
Baker
Bush
Rockefeller
TEXAS
Fred J. Agnich
Bush
Bush
Bush
Mrs. Rita Bass
Bush
Tower
Armstrong
*Jack Warren
Bush
UTAH
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Dr. Ernest L. Wilkinson
Goldwater
Reagan
Mrs. Myrene Rich Brewer
Goldwater
Holton
Bush
*T. William Cockayne
Richardson
Bush
Rockefeller
VERMONT
-
Roland Q. Seward, Sr. +
Brock
Bush
Reagan
+all equal
Mrs. Madeline B. Harwood
Goldwater
Laird
Brock
anyone but Richardson
*Stewart A. Smith
Bush
Stafford
Rockefeller
VIRGINIA
William H. Stanhagen
Laird
Brock
Bush
Mrs. Cynthia S. Newman
Rockefeller
Holton
Bush
*Richard D. Obenshain
Goldwater
Reagan
Bush
*State Chairman
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VIRGIN ISLANDS
Henry E. Rohlsen
Bush
Rockefeller
Evans
Mrs. Meredith Clark
*Raymond J. Smith
Rockefeller
Bush
Laird
WASHINGTON
Kenneth R. Nuckolls
Evans
Rockefeller
Bush
Mrs. Naida Pithoud
Evans
Bush
Rockefeller
*Ross E. Davis+
Evans
Rockefeller
Bush
+should have ability, experi-
ence, integrity
WEST VIRGINIA
Arch A. Moore, Jr.
Mrs. Priscilla Humphreys
Arch Moore
Bush
Rockefeller
*Thomas E. Potter
Arch Moore
Reagan
Bush
WISCONSIN
Ody J. Fish+
Bush
Laird
Rockefeller
+also Ruckelshause & Ray
Mrs. Elizabeth Pfeifer +
Bush
Goldwater
+both suggestions considered
*David C. Sullivan
Laird
Fish
Goldwater
equal
WYOMING
Robert F. Gosman
Rockefeller
Bush
Reagan
Mrs. Estelle Stacy Carrier +
Bush
Laird
Rockefeller
+Young, fair & smart
*Jack Speight
Rockefeller
Laird
Hathaway
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AMERICAN SA MOA
Governor John M. Haydon
Evans
Rockefeller
McCall
ARIZONA
Governor Jack Williams
Goldwater
Bush
Rockefeller
CALIFORNIA
Governor Ronald Reagan
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COLORADO
Governor John D. Vanderhoof
Evans
Hathaway
Goldwater
CONNECTICUT
Governor Thomas J. Meskill
Bush
Baker
GUAM
Governor Carlos G. Camacho +
Rockefeller
+Rockefeller is respected &
capable, one who can work
INDIANA
closely with congress in
Governor Otis R. Bowen
Bush
Laird
Ray - Ruckelshaus
helping solve domestic
(no order of preference)
problems. Vital in restorin
IOWA
status of Republican Party
Governor Robert D. Ray
MASSA CHUSETTS
Governor Francis Sargent
MICHIGAN
Governor William G. Milliken
Rockefeller
Bush
Richardson
MISSOURI
Governor Christopher Bond +
Rockefeller - Evans
No preference
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NEW HAMPSHIRE
Governor Meldrim Thomson, Jr.
Goldwater
Reagan
NEW YORK
Governor Malcolm Wilson
Rockefeller
Evans
Bush
NORTH CAROLINA
Governor James E. Holshouser, Jr. (will talk to President Ford on Wednesday)
OREGON
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Governor Tom McCall
Rockefeller
Evans
Hatfield
TENNESSEE
Governor Winfield Dunn +
Baker
Brock
Rockefeller
+each would serve with
distinction & dedication
VIRGIN ISLANDS
Governor Melvin H. Evans
Rockefeller
Evans
Percy
VIRGINIA
Governor Mills E. Godwin, Jr.
Sen. Byrd
Bush
Goldwater
:
WASHINGTON
Governor Daniel J. Evans
Rockefeller
Milliken
Ray
WEST VIRGINIA
Governor Arch A. Moore, Jr.
WYOMING
Governor Stanley K. Hathaway
Rockefeller:
Reagan
Goldwater
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General Alexander M. Haig, Jr.
The White House
Washington, D.C.
Dear General Haig:
Pursuant to our instructions from President Ford, we have
compiled the suggestions relative to the selection of a Vice-President
from Republican National Committee members and Republican
governors.
Enclosed herein is this compilation for your presentation to
the President. It is complete except for those members that we
are not able to contact and for a number of governors who have,
I believe, submitted their suggestions directly to the White House.
If you have other questions I will be happy to discuss the
report with you further.
Sincerely,
Mary Louise Smith
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