On July 15, Nixon announced to his nation’s surprise — and Taiwan’s distress — that he would visit China. The United Nations ...

Exactly why Nixon decided to leave his law career behind and enter the political ring is unclear, though his long-held desire ...

The topic before the house: “Richard Nixon, When Politics Gets Personal.” This week on Think Tank. BW: Richard Nixon’s meteoric rise to power started in 1946 when, in California at age ...

Winning a second term often gives presidents a lift. For example, after Richard Nixon was reelected in 1972, 67 percent approved of his performance. But Nixon’s honeymoon was short-lived.

Former President Richard ... In September 1972, Nixon signed a proclamation creating National Coaches Day, effective the following Oct. 6, to celebrate those “friends and counselors” who often derive ...