Who were the silent majority nixon referred to in a 1969 speech?

The "silent majority" referred to by President Richard Nixon in his 1969 speech comprised Americans who did not publicly express their opinions but supported his policies, particularly regarding the Vietnam War and Law and Order. This group included working-class citizens, conservatives, and those who felt marginalized by the vocal counterculture and anti-war movements of the time. Nixon aimed to rally this demographic to support his administration by highlighting their concerns and values.