The dilemma that China faces - even today.
Richard Nixon on dealing with China: know the history, understand the stakes, and negotiate from strength.
National treasure

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For the mothers. For Hannah Milhous Nixon.
At the close of Wednesday evening’s program with Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch, the Justice reflected on what Richard Nixon means to him and to the country.
Fulfillment comes from dedication and service to a worthy cause, whether as a foot soldier or as the commander-in-chief.
President Nixon's grandson, Christopher Nixon Cox, reflects on his grandfather's relationship with the Shah.

#iran #shah #nixon
Richard Nixon stood by the Shah when others walked away.

At the Nixon Library, @noorzpahlavi shared how deeply President Nixon’s decision to attend the Shah’s funeral moved her father and family—a gesture of loyalty they never forgot.

#iran #shah
On this day in 1994, the world lost a great man.
On this day in 1994, speaking from the White House Rose Garden, President Bill Clinton announced to the nation that former President Richard M. Nixon died that evening in New York City with his family at his side. 

President Clinton described the former President as “a statesman who sought to build a lasting structure of peace.”

CONTINUING HIS LEGACY

The Nixon legacy is not just history—it’s a living, evolving presence that continues to shape public understanding and civic engagement. Through the dedicated efforts of the Richard Nixon Foundation, with the steadfast support of the Nixon Family, President Nixon’s vision, leadership, and enduring contributions are preserved and shared with new generations.

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The Richard Nixon Foundation and the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum are pleased to participate in Blue Star Museums, a program that provides free admission to currently serving U.S. military personnel and their families during the summer. The 2026 program will begin on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 16, 2026, and end on Labor Day, Monday, September 7, 2026.

May 11, 2026

From 1776 to Today: Co-Authors Justice Gorsuch and Janie Nitze on Civics, Courage, and the Next Generation

May 6, 2026

Next Generation of Civic Leaders Shines as the National Civics Bee® Returns to the Nixon Library
Middle school students showcased their civics knowledge on April 30, when the regional round of the National Civics Bee® returned to the Nixon Library.

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