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John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-LEM-02
In this interview Martin discusses African American voters in the 1960 presidential election; dealing with African American press during John F. Kennedy's [JFK] 1960 presidential campaign; Lyndon B. Johnson’s vice-presidential nomination and African American press; getting prominent African Americans to endorse JFK; the telephone call from JFK to Coretta Scott King, 1960; and mobilizing the African American vote for JFK in different American cities in 1960, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-LHW-01
Weinstein discusses fundraising for John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] congressional and presidential campaigns, JFK’s position on Jewish issues, and JFK’s interest in housing and veterans, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-FW-01
Wallick discusses his role in Hubert H. Humphrey’s presidential campaign in Wisconsin, as well as John F. Kennedy’s political presence and own presidential campaign in Wisconsin. Wallick also discusses how issues such as the media, labor, and religion factored into this presidential campaign, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RAW-01
Wallace discusses John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] career from 1951, when JFK was a member of Congress, to 1960, when JFK was running for president. He describes the work he did as a part of both Senator Paul H. Douglas’ staff as well as JFK’s campaign staff, and he discusses Theodore Sorensen’s political career and influence, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-CBV-01
Vickers discusses John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] presidential campaign in Fayette County, West Virginia, compares it to Hubert Humphrey’s campaign, and discusses the religious, political, and economic dynamics of the county and their effect on JFK’s campaign, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-DW-01
Wright briefly discusses the demographics of Hancock County, West Virginia during John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] presidential campaign (1960). He covers issues regarding religion, ethnic groups, and civil rights, as well as JFK’s competition with Hubert H. Humphrey, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JWW-01
Wine discusses the issue of religion during John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] presidential campaign (1960). He covers JFK’s feelings towards religion, navigating through the campaign’s religious opposition, and specific moments such as JFK’s Houston speech, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-WPW-01
Wilson discusses his involvement in Adlai E. Stevenson’s presidential campaign (1956), John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] presidential campaign (1960), and Robert F. Kennedy’s [RFK] senatorial and presidential campaigns (1964 and 1968, respectively). Wilson touches upon his experience with television media, and he highlights the use and importance of television in both of the Kennedy’s campaigns, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-HHW-01
Wilson discusses his involvement in the gubernatorial and presidential campaigns of 1960 in the state of North Carolina. He also touches upon the delegation of staff positions within the Kennedy Administration, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-TGW-01
In this interview Wicker discusses early impressions of John F. Kennedy [JFK], 1952–1961; Lyndon B. Johnson campaigning for JFK in the South, 1960; Richard M. Nixon and Henry Cabot Lodge’s 1960 presidential campaign; JFK and Johnson in the August 1960 special session of Congress; Wicker’s first interview with President JFK for the New York Times, 1961; building a rapport with JFK’s staff; various Times articles, by Wicker and others, about the Kennedy Administration and White House reactions to them; Wicker’s arguments with Pierre E.G. Salinger over certain articles; year-end briefings in Palm Beach; and President JFK’s press conferences, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JHBW-01
White discusses his relationship with Kathleen Kennedy, her personality, and her relationship with her family. He also discusses his interactions with, and thoughts about, John F. Kennedy, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-REP-01
This interview focuses on John F. Kennedy’s West Virginia campaign in the Democratic primary and general election and the role religion played in the campaigns, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-POP-01
This interview focuses on John F. Kennedy’s 1963 visit to the Vatican and the Vatican’s reaction to his election, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-TRP-01
This interview focuses on the 1960 primary and general elections in Wisconsin, anti-Catholic sentiment in Wisconsin, and the 1960 Democratic National Convention, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-FEN-01
This interview covers the United States government’s relationship with the South Vietnamese government, the American press’s coverage of Vietnam, and the allegations of religious persecution by President Diem’s government, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-EAN-01
This interview focuses on John F. Kennedy’s 1960 primary campaign in Eau Claire County, the issue of religion among Wisconsin voters, and the divide among Democrats in Wisconsin, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-WWN-01
Neeley discusses his role in the 1960 Democratic primary campaign in Clarksburg, West Virginia, the role of religion in John F. Kennedy’s (JFK) campaign for presidency, and the influence of the Roosevelt family on JFK’s 1960 primary campaign.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-BOM-01
This interview focuses on John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign in West Virginia, in particular the religious issue and West Virginians’ reactions to his political platform, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RPM-01
This interview focuses on John F. Kennedy’s Democratic primary campaign in West Virginia and the role of religion in the campaign, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-DJR-01
In this interview Roberts discusses working with John F. Kennedy [JFK] on New England issues when he was a congressman and a senator; JFK and the American textile industry; JFK and other New England governors; the significance of New England solidarity at national political conventions; Adlai E. Stevenson and the 1956 Democratic National Convention; JFK’s bid for the vice-presidential nomination at the 1956 Convention and arguments against him; Stevenson’s reaction to JFK as a vice-presidential possibility; contact with JFK and his staff after 1956; dealing with the religious issue when gathering support for JFK; meeting at Hyannis Port in October 1959; JFK’s 1960 presidential campaign; the 1960 Democratic National Convention; JFK’s reception in Rhode Island; interactions with President JFK and working with his Administration; and JFK’s political legacy, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-WBR-01
Richardson discusses the 1960 Primary campaign in Wood County, West Virginia, the religious question in the primary campaign, and the New Frontier social and economic programs, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-LH-01
Harris discusses polling for John F. Kennedy’s presidential campaign, personal relationship with the Kennedys, and role in major events, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-FBS-01
This interview focuses on the role of religion in the 1960 presidential campaign, John F. Kennedy’s concern for the refugee crisis on the Middle East, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Committee, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JGF-01
Feild discusses the 1960 Democratic National Convention, 1960 Presidential campaign, the President’s Committee on Equal Employment Opportunity, and Plans for Progress, among other issues.