 He wrote "The Nixon Watch" column, which was noted for its preoccupation with the relationship between Richard Nixon and Henry Kissinger,
followed by "The White House Watch" column.In addition to his political books, he co-authored two Time-Life series books, one about Britain, the other about the Old South.Known for his courtly manners, he had a slow drawl and a quiet demeanor, which belied his sharp political sense.