1975: Moonbeam lives in the CA Governor's Mansion & Onwards
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Details of President Rockefeller's Visit to Taiwan:
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On December 1st, 1975: Air Force One touched down at the Taipei Songshan Airport, where President Rockefeller stepped out of Air Force, walking down the steps, saluting the USAF Airmen & was greeted by Taiwanese Finance Minister Li Kwoh-ting, US Ambassador to Taiwan Leonard S. Unger, Taiwanese Interior Minister Lin Chin-sheng, Taiwanese Foreign Affairs Minister Shen Chang-huan, Taipei Mayor Chang Feng-hsu & many other dignitaries. It was where the 21 Cannon Salute was fired by the Republic of China Armed Forces, while the respective National Anthems of the United States & Taiwan were being performed. Soon afterwards, escorted by Taiwanese Foreign Affairs Minister Shen Chang-huan, President Rockefeller reviewed the Honor Guard of the Republic of China Armed Forces, including his entourage which included First Lady Happy Rockefeller, US Secretary of State Brent Scowcroft.
Soon after the Welcoming Honors Ceremony, President & First Lady Rockefeller got into the Presidential Limousine & the motorcade left the Songshan Airport, going all the way through the heart of downtown Taipei, where crowds lined up waving US & Taiwanese flags, stopping at the Grand Hotel Taipei, where the Rockefellers would be spending a couple of days there. Secret Service agents had made sure everything was going perfect to avoid crazy incidents from taking place.
On December 1st, 1975: Air Force One touched down at the Taipei Songshan Airport, where President Rockefeller stepped out of Air Force, walking down the steps, saluting the USAF Airmen & was greeted by Taiwanese Finance Minister Li Kwoh-ting, US Ambassador to Taiwan Leonard S. Unger, Taiwanese Interior Minister Lin Chin-sheng, Taiwanese Foreign Affairs Minister Shen Chang-huan, Taipei Mayor Chang Feng-hsu & many other dignitaries. It was where the 21 Cannon Salute was fired by the Republic of China Armed Forces, while the respective National Anthems of the United States & Taiwan were being performed. Soon afterwards, escorted by Taiwanese Foreign Affairs Minister Shen Chang-huan, President Rockefeller reviewed the Honor Guard of the Republic of China Armed Forces, including his entourage which included First Lady Happy Rockefeller, US Secretary of State Brent Scowcroft.
Soon after the Welcoming Honors Ceremony, President & First Lady Rockefeller got into the Presidential Limousine & the motorcade left the Songshan Airport, going all the way through the heart of downtown Taipei, where crowds lined up waving US & Taiwanese flags, stopping at the Grand Hotel Taipei, where the Rockefellers would be spending a couple of days there. Secret Service agents had made sure everything was going perfect to avoid crazy incidents from taking place.
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More from President Rockefeller's State Visit to Taiwan:
December 2nd, 1975: Accompanied by US Secretary of State Brent Scowcroft, US Ambassador to Taiwan Leonard S. Unger & members of the White House Staff, President Rockefeller held bilateral talks with Taiwanese President Yen Chia-kan, Taiwanese Foreign Affairs Minister Shen Chang-kuan, Taiwanese Premier Chiang Ching-kuo & other officials of the Taiwanese government inside the Jie Shou Hall of the Presidential Office Building, the meeting lasted somewhere between 3-5 HRS. Following the bilateral talks, Foreign Affairs Minister Shen lead President Rockefeller, Secretary Scowcroft, Ambassador Unger & members of the White House Staff down the main staircase of the Presidential Office Building, which was guarded by the Republic of China Military Police. Later that night, President & First Lady Rockefeller accompanied by Secretary Scowcroft met with Taiwanese President Yen Chia-kan at the Chongqing Official Residence (where the Yen's had been living).
December 3rd, 1975: President & First Lady Rockefeller met with American military servicemen & servicewomen of the US Taiwan Defense Command at the HSA Compound in Yuanshan, Taipei. Rockefeller thanked them for their service to the United States of America & had lunch with the troops. Later that day, they attended an informal meeting with Taiwanese Premier Chiang Ching-kuo at his private residence.
December 4th, 1975: State Dinner for President & First Lady Rockefeller was held inside the Auditorium of the Presidential Office Building, which was hosted by Taiwanese President Yen Chia-kan & Taiwanese First Lady Liu Chi-chun. Also in attendance of the State Dinner included the members of the White House delegation accompanying the Rockefeller's, several Ambassadors to Taiwan, high-ranking Taiwanese government officials & leaders from the private sector.
The State Dinner began with a pre-dinner cocktail, brief introductions of the invited guests to the Heads of State, & then the banquet itself. Invited guests & dignitaries arrived at the Presidential Office Building about 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the event, after which Rockefeller & Yen exchanged pleasantries & had a pre-dinner cocktail. About 10 minutes before the beginning of the banquet, a protocol officer guides the invited guests, in the order of their rank, to meeting both Rockefeller & Yen. Each guest was introduced to the respective Heads of State by calling out his or her name. Then, after all of the guests have taken their seats, Rockefeller & Yen walked into the Banquet Hall as "The President's March" was being played by the band.
Once both Rockefeller & Yen took their places & before the State Dinner began, the respective National Anthems of the United States ("Star-Spangled Banner") & Taiwan ("National Anthem of the Republic of China") were performed. Soon afterwards, Rockefeller & Yen exchanged decorations & delivered remarks highlighting the relationship between the United States & Taiwan, & raised their glasses to toast each other before the beginning of the banquet. After the banquet began, the guests enjoyed a lovely meal & exchanged in conversations to a background of orchestral music. The entire banquet was held in a festive atmosphere.
December 2nd, 1975: Accompanied by US Secretary of State Brent Scowcroft, US Ambassador to Taiwan Leonard S. Unger & members of the White House Staff, President Rockefeller held bilateral talks with Taiwanese President Yen Chia-kan, Taiwanese Foreign Affairs Minister Shen Chang-kuan, Taiwanese Premier Chiang Ching-kuo & other officials of the Taiwanese government inside the Jie Shou Hall of the Presidential Office Building, the meeting lasted somewhere between 3-5 HRS. Following the bilateral talks, Foreign Affairs Minister Shen lead President Rockefeller, Secretary Scowcroft, Ambassador Unger & members of the White House Staff down the main staircase of the Presidential Office Building, which was guarded by the Republic of China Military Police. Later that night, President & First Lady Rockefeller accompanied by Secretary Scowcroft met with Taiwanese President Yen Chia-kan at the Chongqing Official Residence (where the Yen's had been living).
December 3rd, 1975: President & First Lady Rockefeller met with American military servicemen & servicewomen of the US Taiwan Defense Command at the HSA Compound in Yuanshan, Taipei. Rockefeller thanked them for their service to the United States of America & had lunch with the troops. Later that day, they attended an informal meeting with Taiwanese Premier Chiang Ching-kuo at his private residence.
December 4th, 1975: State Dinner for President & First Lady Rockefeller was held inside the Auditorium of the Presidential Office Building, which was hosted by Taiwanese President Yen Chia-kan & Taiwanese First Lady Liu Chi-chun. Also in attendance of the State Dinner included the members of the White House delegation accompanying the Rockefeller's, several Ambassadors to Taiwan, high-ranking Taiwanese government officials & leaders from the private sector.
The State Dinner began with a pre-dinner cocktail, brief introductions of the invited guests to the Heads of State, & then the banquet itself. Invited guests & dignitaries arrived at the Presidential Office Building about 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the event, after which Rockefeller & Yen exchanged pleasantries & had a pre-dinner cocktail. About 10 minutes before the beginning of the banquet, a protocol officer guides the invited guests, in the order of their rank, to meeting both Rockefeller & Yen. Each guest was introduced to the respective Heads of State by calling out his or her name. Then, after all of the guests have taken their seats, Rockefeller & Yen walked into the Banquet Hall as "The President's March" was being played by the band.
Once both Rockefeller & Yen took their places & before the State Dinner began, the respective National Anthems of the United States ("Star-Spangled Banner") & Taiwan ("National Anthem of the Republic of China") were performed. Soon afterwards, Rockefeller & Yen exchanged decorations & delivered remarks highlighting the relationship between the United States & Taiwan, & raised their glasses to toast each other before the beginning of the banquet. After the banquet began, the guests enjoyed a lovely meal & exchanged in conversations to a background of orchestral music. The entire banquet was held in a festive atmosphere.
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Details of President Rockefeller's Visit to Indonesia (December 5th-6th, 1975):
December 5th, 1975: President & First Lady Rockefeller arrived at Halim International Airport, for a brief visit to Indonesia, at the invitation of Indonesian President Suharto. The Heads of State were to meet for the third time in less than 6 months (when Rocky was VP in June of 1975, they meet face-to-face at Camp David when then-President Ford introduced Suharto). They also met during the State Funeral services for President Ford on September 12th, 1975: it was during this time, that Suharto's invitation to President & First Lady Rockefeller to visit Indonesia took place.
On arrival at Halim International Airport from their visit to Taiwan, President & First Lady Rockefeller, accompanied by US Secretary of State Brent Scowcroft & their sons, Nelson, Jr., & Mark, were warmly welcomed by Indonesian President Suharto & his wife, Indonesian First Lady Siti Haritnah, as well as Indonesian cabinet members & other high-ranking government officials, members of the Diplomatic Corps & some Americans in Jakarta. President Rockefeller was afforded full ceremonial honors such as the 21 Cannon Salute.
Later that night, a State Dinner in honor of President & First Lady Rockefeller was held at Istana Negara (State Palace). The dinner was followed by a cultural performance highlighted by dances from Sumatra & Java. In the dinner toast, President Suharto expressed that the visit of President Rockefeller could further enhance the mutual understanding to the numerous world & regional problems & providing more concrete substance for mutually beneficial cooperation in various fields. He said that with the end of the Vietnam War, although there still exists deep concern regarding the possibility of disturbances threatening the security & stability of various countries & regions, the Southeast Asia region is now facing a new era with all kinds of new challenges & opportunities. The close & mutually beneficial cooperation between the United States & the Republic of Indonesia will hopefully stimulate the attainment of progress, justice, tranquility & solid stability in this region, Suharto continued.
In response, President Rockefeller said the United States' prosperity & progress linked with the vast populations, the dynamic economics, the abundant resources & the rich cultures of this great region. "I have come here because of America's strong commitment & continuing interest in your country's security & well-being." "The relationship between the United States of America & the Republic of Indonesia has involved the common concern for the right of every nation to pursuing their own destiny on its own independence & sovereign causes. We share dedication to peace in Asia & in the world. We share a commitment to economic & social progress... We share the realization that internal cooperation is essential for international stability & prosperity." The President continued to say that in the complex time of change, America looks to its relationship with friends during tough times as well as good times.
"Indonesia is such a great friend," Rockefeller continued during his speech at the State Dinner. Adding further, Indonesia has exemplified strength & self-reliance as well as international leadership & responsibility. "We respect your non-alignment & your goal of national resiliency. We also admire your contribution to regional peace. We value your friendship." Rockefeller said as a round of applause occurred.
December 6th, 1975: The next morning, there was a joint communique following the exchange of views on international, regional, & bilateral issues between the United States & Indonesia, it was announced that President Suharto & President Rockefeller had agreed to expanded dialogue between the two respective countries' governments, through periodic consultations at the ministerial level.
The Heads of State concluded their meetings & their decisions to establishing an expanded dialogue marked an important & significant step toward developing & strengthening close & friendly ties between the governments & the peoples of Indonesia & the United States. During the meeting, President Rockefeller expressed the US intention to continuing to provide substantial aid in support of Indonesia's developmental efforts. In the communique, President Rockefeller also expressed his deep appreciation for the hospitality extended to him, Mrs. Rockefeller & entourage during the President's visit to Indonesia.
Soon, the next trip on the itinerary was the Republic of the Philippines.
December 5th, 1975: President & First Lady Rockefeller arrived at Halim International Airport, for a brief visit to Indonesia, at the invitation of Indonesian President Suharto. The Heads of State were to meet for the third time in less than 6 months (when Rocky was VP in June of 1975, they meet face-to-face at Camp David when then-President Ford introduced Suharto). They also met during the State Funeral services for President Ford on September 12th, 1975: it was during this time, that Suharto's invitation to President & First Lady Rockefeller to visit Indonesia took place.
On arrival at Halim International Airport from their visit to Taiwan, President & First Lady Rockefeller, accompanied by US Secretary of State Brent Scowcroft & their sons, Nelson, Jr., & Mark, were warmly welcomed by Indonesian President Suharto & his wife, Indonesian First Lady Siti Haritnah, as well as Indonesian cabinet members & other high-ranking government officials, members of the Diplomatic Corps & some Americans in Jakarta. President Rockefeller was afforded full ceremonial honors such as the 21 Cannon Salute.
Later that night, a State Dinner in honor of President & First Lady Rockefeller was held at Istana Negara (State Palace). The dinner was followed by a cultural performance highlighted by dances from Sumatra & Java. In the dinner toast, President Suharto expressed that the visit of President Rockefeller could further enhance the mutual understanding to the numerous world & regional problems & providing more concrete substance for mutually beneficial cooperation in various fields. He said that with the end of the Vietnam War, although there still exists deep concern regarding the possibility of disturbances threatening the security & stability of various countries & regions, the Southeast Asia region is now facing a new era with all kinds of new challenges & opportunities. The close & mutually beneficial cooperation between the United States & the Republic of Indonesia will hopefully stimulate the attainment of progress, justice, tranquility & solid stability in this region, Suharto continued.
In response, President Rockefeller said the United States' prosperity & progress linked with the vast populations, the dynamic economics, the abundant resources & the rich cultures of this great region. "I have come here because of America's strong commitment & continuing interest in your country's security & well-being." "The relationship between the United States of America & the Republic of Indonesia has involved the common concern for the right of every nation to pursuing their own destiny on its own independence & sovereign causes. We share dedication to peace in Asia & in the world. We share a commitment to economic & social progress... We share the realization that internal cooperation is essential for international stability & prosperity." The President continued to say that in the complex time of change, America looks to its relationship with friends during tough times as well as good times.
"Indonesia is such a great friend," Rockefeller continued during his speech at the State Dinner. Adding further, Indonesia has exemplified strength & self-reliance as well as international leadership & responsibility. "We respect your non-alignment & your goal of national resiliency. We also admire your contribution to regional peace. We value your friendship." Rockefeller said as a round of applause occurred.
December 6th, 1975: The next morning, there was a joint communique following the exchange of views on international, regional, & bilateral issues between the United States & Indonesia, it was announced that President Suharto & President Rockefeller had agreed to expanded dialogue between the two respective countries' governments, through periodic consultations at the ministerial level.
The Heads of State concluded their meetings & their decisions to establishing an expanded dialogue marked an important & significant step toward developing & strengthening close & friendly ties between the governments & the peoples of Indonesia & the United States. During the meeting, President Rockefeller expressed the US intention to continuing to provide substantial aid in support of Indonesia's developmental efforts. In the communique, President Rockefeller also expressed his deep appreciation for the hospitality extended to him, Mrs. Rockefeller & entourage during the President's visit to Indonesia.
Soon, the next trip on the itinerary was the Republic of the Philippines.
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Sometime either today or early next week: I'll do a segment on President Rockefeller's visit to the Philippines & his meeting with Daddy Marcos.
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Manila Times Polling Survey (November 3rd to December 5th, 1975)
Do you approve or disapprove the job President Ferninand Marcos is doing ?
Approve: 46%
Disapprove: 40%
Undecided: 13%
Do you approve or disapprove the job the Philippine Batasang Pambansa is doing ?
Approve: 38%
Disapprove: 58%
Do you approve or disapprove the job US President Nelson Rockefeller is doing ?
Approve: 64%
Disapprove: 22%
How do you view the US/Philippine Alliance ?
Approve: 73%
Disapprove: 16%
Do you approve or disapprove the job President Ferninand Marcos is doing ?
Approve: 46%
Disapprove: 40%
Undecided: 13%
Do you approve or disapprove the job the Philippine Batasang Pambansa is doing ?
Approve: 38%
Disapprove: 58%
Do you approve or disapprove the job US President Nelson Rockefeller is doing ?
Approve: 64%
Disapprove: 22%
How do you view the US/Philippine Alliance ?
Approve: 73%
Disapprove: 16%
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Park
8:55PM KST, Friday, December 5th, 1975
Cheong Wa Dae, Seoul, Korea.
8:55PM KST, Friday, December 5th, 1975
Cheong Wa Dae, Seoul, Korea.
Emboldened by his fellow Pacific counterpart, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos' declaration of Martial Law from September 23rd, 1972, Korean President Park Chung-hee himself declared Martial Law across the Republic of Korea a few weeks later. Reaction was swift & mixed: supporters felt it was necessary to ensure stability while opponents of the Park Dictatorship viewed Martial Law as another sign of isolating the opposition & banning freedom of speech, criticism of the regime (where many opponents were tortured, mysteriously disappeared or killed), preventing free democratic elections & abolishing term limits on the Presidency. He also had the backing of many countries such as the United States, which had 70,000 US Military personnel stationed in several bases in the country.
During this time, Park had a hostile relationship with then-President Richard Nixon; soon after Nixon's downfall & resignation on August 9th, 1974, relations between the United States & Republic of Korea improved dramatically during the administration of then-President Gerald Ford, who visited Korea in mid-November 1974 & met with Park at Cheong Wa Dae. Following Ford's assassination on September 5th, 1975, Ford's successor, Nelson Rockefeller, continued the close relationship between the two countries & also increased the number of US Military personnel.
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Sometime today: Rocky's visit to the Philippines & meeting with Daddy Marcos.
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President Rockefeller's Visit to the Philippines (December 6th-7th, 1975):
On Saturday afternoon, December 6th, 1975: Air Force One touched down at the Manila International Airport in Manila, Philippines, where throngs of well-wishers were waving American & Philippine flags. The door of the Presidential plane opened, President & First Lady Rockefeller exited down the staircase, with the President saluting the USAF Airmen, both the President & First Lady were warmly greeted by Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos & his wife, Philippine First Lady Imelda Marcos. Upon walking towards the platform, the Welcoming Honors Ceremony began with a loud, thundering 21 Cannon Salute as the respective National Anthems of the United States ("Star-Spangled Banner") & the Philippines ("Lupang Hiriang") were performed by the Presidential Security Group Marching Band; the Honor Guard Inspection of the Armed Forces of the Philippines took place, which was very well-done & soon afterwards, both Marcos & Rockefeller delivered remarks on the tarmac.
On Saturday afternoon, December 6th, 1975: Air Force One touched down at the Manila International Airport in Manila, Philippines, where throngs of well-wishers were waving American & Philippine flags. The door of the Presidential plane opened, President & First Lady Rockefeller exited down the staircase, with the President saluting the USAF Airmen, both the President & First Lady were warmly greeted by Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos & his wife, Philippine First Lady Imelda Marcos. Upon walking towards the platform, the Welcoming Honors Ceremony began with a loud, thundering 21 Cannon Salute as the respective National Anthems of the United States ("Star-Spangled Banner") & the Philippines ("Lupang Hiriang") were performed by the Presidential Security Group Marching Band; the Honor Guard Inspection of the Armed Forces of the Philippines took place, which was very well-done & soon afterwards, both Marcos & Rockefeller delivered remarks on the tarmac.
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Coming up this week:
1.) More highlights of Rocky's visit to the Philippines & the State Dinner at Malacanang Palace.
2.) Moonbeam putting together exploratory committee on 1976 campaign for POTUS.
3.) Segment on MS Governor Cliff Finch (D)
1.) More highlights of Rocky's visit to the Philippines & the State Dinner at Malacanang Palace.
2.) Moonbeam putting together exploratory committee on 1976 campaign for POTUS.
3.) Segment on MS Governor Cliff Finch (D)
