Nixon pressed him relentlessly, and also because the anti-Allende project fit perfectly with his view of the world and of America's place in it.
Nixon's persistent pressure on his advisors revealed his strong interest in undermining Chilean leader Salvador Allende. This relentless pursuit was not merely a political maneuver; it aligned with Nixon's broader worldview and the belief in America's role on the global stage. He viewed intervention as necessary to protect U.S. interests and influence in Latin America.
This mindset reflected a historical pattern of American interventionism, with Nixon and his administration feeling justified in their actions against Allende. The anti-Allende efforts were part of a larger strategy to ensure that perceived threats to democracy and capitalism were swiftly neutralized, shaping U.S. foreign policy for years to come.
