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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1034-011
This folder contains statements made by various Democratic leaders including Senator Lyndon B. Johnson. Topics include agriculture, education, civil rights, the military, communism, the role of religion in the 1960 presidential campaign, and support for Senator John F. Kennedy and opposition to Vice President Richard Nixon. Also included are press releases and news articles concerning the steel strike of 1959.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1034-010
This folder contains press releases of statements made by Harry S. Truman, former President of the United States. Topics include the military, communism, agriculture, the national deficit, the role of religion in the 1960 presidential campaign, and President Truman's support for Senator John F. Kennedy and opposition to Vice President Richard Nixon.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1034-004
This folder contains press releases of statements made by Senator Henry M. Jackson, Chairman of the Democratic National Committee. Topics include the military, agriculture, communism, civil rights, United States prestige, and support for Senator John F. Kennedy and opposition to Vice President Richard M. Nixon.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-020
This folder contains a draft with unknown handwritten annotations and copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy titled, "Youth for Our Farms." In his speech the Senator discusses the disappointing number of young farmers due to declining incomes, high interest rates for loans, the cost of maintaining a farm, and better opportunities in urban areas.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-019
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Indiana and Maryland discussing the decline in income for small farmers and proposing five-point and three-point programs to raise incomes and decrease surpluses.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-018
This folder contains a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy during a tour of Wisconsin. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the importance of strong farm cooperatives and proposes a four-point program to benefit small farmers.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-017
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Illinois, North Dakota, and Wisconsin concerning agricultural policies under Secretary of Agriculture Ezra Taft Benson, and proposing a six-point program to benefit farmers and improve the agricultural industry.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-016
This folder contains press releases and copies of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in North Dakota and Wisconsin concerning high interest rates for farmers and the importance of strengthening REA (Rural Electrification Administration) cooperatives.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-015
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Wisconsin regarding financial challenges faced by small farmers, such as a declining income and difficulty obtaining a loan; and introducing a four-point proposal to improve the credit policy for farmers.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-014
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Illinois and Iowa at Midwest Farm Conferences concerning agricultural policies under Secretary of Agriculture Ezra Taft Benson, and proposals by Senator Kennedy for programs to improve the agricultural industry.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-013
This folder contains highlights of Senator John F. Kennedy’s legislative agricultural record, and a statement before the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Forestry concerning dairy prices.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-012
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy concerning a proposal for the expansion of Public Law 480, also known as the Food for Peace program.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-011
This folder contains a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in North Dakota outlining the farm problem and proposing a five-point program to control farm production.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-010
This folder contains pamphlets concerning Senator John F. Kennedy’s agricultural policy and a press release regarding appointments to the Executive Committee of the Farmers for Kennedy-Johnson organization. Also included in this folder is an analysis and comparison of agricultural programs proposed by presidential candidates Senator Kennedy and Vice President Richard M. Nixon and published by Farmers for Kennedy-Johnson.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-009
This folder contains a press release and a speech by Senator John F. Kennedy concerning a penalty tax on farm cooperatives, and urges an end to the cost-price squeeze for the small farmer.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-008
This folder contains speeches by Senator John F. Kennedy concerning a program for strengthening farm cooperatives, and a five-point program to control agricultural surpluses and production.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-007
This folder contains highlights of Senator John F. Kennedy’s agricultural record including legislation concerning farm surpluses; support for small farmers; and specific programs for the dairy, wheat, and livestock industries.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-006
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in North Dakota and Iowa concerning agricultural policy under Secretary of Agriculture Ezra Taft Benson, particularly concerning the wheat industry; Senator Kennedy's five-point farm program; and comments on the rice export program.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-005
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Wisconsin concerning issues within the dairy industry and presenting solutions to the problems.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-004
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at a Democratic dinner in South Dakota. In his speech the Senator discusses the failure of agricultural policies under Secretary of Agriculture Ezra Taft Benson, and proposes a ten-point bill of rights to facilitate the restoration of the farm program in the United States.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-003
This folder contains multiple copies and drafts with handwritten annotations by an unknown individual of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy titled, "The Benson Record," concerning the policies and economic record of Secretary of Agriculture Ezra Taft Benson under President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-002
This folder contains copies and excerpts of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential primary campaign in Wisconsin. The speeches focus on agricultural policy in the United States, including agricultural research, a loan program for farmers, and the Food for Peace program.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-001
This folder contains a pamphlet titled, “Agricultural Policy for the New Frontier,” by Senator John F. Kennedy detailing the Senator’s agricultural platform including a national nutrition policy, expansion of the school lunch program, an export program to help combat world hunger, and support for farmers.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1027-010
This folder contains press releases and excerpts of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Missouri, and Ohio during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include the Republican Party’s agricultural platform, and the issue of Fidel Castro and Communism in Cuba. Also included in this folder is a message to new voters discussing the importance of young people internationally, and presenting a program for new opportunities in the areas of employment, education, civil rights, and the creation of a Youth Peace Corps.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1026-010
This folder contains copies, excerpts, and press releases of speeches given in Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, North Dakota, and South Dakota by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include agricultural issues, the development and preservation of natural resources, and defense policies. Also included in this folder is an interview with Senator Kennedy conducted by P.L. Prattis, editor of The Pittsburgh Courier, concerning civil rights.