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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-1103-015
This folder contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks to an unidentified meeting of Young Democrats. In his speech, the Senator discusses how the differences between the Democratic and Republican parties are less dramatic in the 1956 election as compared to previous years.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-1103-014
This folder contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks at the Cook County Democratic Dinner in Chicago, Illinois. In his speech, the Senator promotes the reelection bid of Senator Paul Douglas and recommends strategies for the Democratic Party in the 1954 campaign. He also discusses foreign policy issues, including the French war in Indochina. Of note is one page with notations by Sargent Shriver.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-1103-012
This folder contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks at a testimonial dinner for Senator Hubert H. Humphrey and Congressman Eugene McCarthy in St. Paul, Minnesota. In his speech the Senator criticizes how Republicans have handled farm and agriculture issues, and states that Democrats can provide positive, progressive leadership in the upcoming elections.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0924-006
This file contains policy statements issued by the Advisory Council of the Democratic National Committee. Included are several pamphlets regarding foreign policy, the space program, and the Democratic party.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0924-005
This file contains policy statements issued by the Advisory Council of the Democratic National Committee. Included are pamphlets regarding natural resources, a proposal for a National Peace Agency, defense disarmament, education, urban and suburban issues, and nuclear testing.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0924-004
This file contains policy statements issued by the Advisory Council of the Democratic National Committee. Included are several pamphlets regarding military policy, the Democratic agenda, and farm issues.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0924-003
This file contains policy statements issued by the Advisory Council of the Democratic National Committee.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0924-002
This file contains policy statements issued by the Advisory Council of the Democratic National Committee.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0918-006
This file contains incomplete copies of various speeches by Senator John F. Kennedy. Items include several versions of "The Democratic Party - Our Unfinished Agenda," and "The Special Loyalty Affidavit." Other pages and sections are unidentified. Of note are some copies with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0917-010
This file contains reading copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speeches that are undated, but were likely written between 1958 and 1960. Speech titles include "The Farm Policy," "Farm Policy and Surpluses," "League of Municipalities Speech," "The Voice of Indiana," "The Lack of Leadership," "Massachusetts and Alaska," and "The Democratic Tradition." There are also untitled remarks given by Senator Kennedy in Durango, Colorado, which bear his notations.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0917-009
This file contains reading copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speeches that are undated, but were likely written between 1958 and 1960. Speech titles include "Jefferson, Jackson and Roosevelt," "Heritage of Roosevelt," "The Continuing Issue of Labor Reform," "The Meaning of a Democratic Victory in Hawaii," "New Ideas to Survive," "India and China," "The United States and Hawaii -- And Our Future in Asia," "Can We Afford to Waste Our Water," "Should Nuclear Tests be Resumed," and "Are We Up to the Task."
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-057
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at a Democratic breakfast held at the Park Plaza Motel in St. Louis, Missouri during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks the Senator encourages voter turnout and support of Democratic leadership.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-053
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a dinner honoring Borough President of Queens John T. “Pat” Clancy, held at the Astor Hotel in New York City. In his speech the Senator appeals to voters to support Democratic leadership in the 1960 presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-052
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at Macy’s in Brooklyn, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks he appeals to voters to support Democratic leadership.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-051
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at the intersection of Utica Avenue and Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks he appeals to voters to support Democratic leadership.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-050
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at Sears Roebuck in Brooklyn, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks he appeals to voters to support Democratic leadership.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-049
This file contains a copy of remarks given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the intersection of Foster and Nostrand Streets in Brooklyn, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks the Senator appeals to voters to support Democratic leadership.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-044
This file contains copies of remarks given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Yonkers, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing the Democratic Party platform.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-043
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given on the steps of City Hall in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the importance of the campaign and the history of the Democratic party.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-020
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given before the Adult Education Association of the United States of America conference held in Denver, Colorado during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks the Senator discusses the Democratic Party platform regarding funding for education, including vocational and continuing education, and the important role of education in maintaining a free and Democratic society.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-069
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at an airport in LaGrange, Georgia during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing domestic issues and a need for Democratic leadership.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-058
This file contains a copy and a press release of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at Howard University in Washington, D.C. during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the role of the President of the United States as Chief Executive and as a moral leader, and a need for strong Democratic leadership to address civil rights concerns and ensure equal opportunity for all people.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-057
This file contains press releases from the Democratic National Committee containing Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Democratic dinner in Cincinnati, Ohio during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the growing influence of communism in Latin America, and United States foreign policy measures that contribute to the rise of communism in Cuba.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-053
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a courthouse in Terre Haute, Indiana during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses economic concerns, including those relating to the agricultural industry; differences between the political parties; and a need for Democratic leadership.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-048
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at an auditorium in Indianapolis, Indiana during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he makes an appeal for Democratic leadership and discusses differences between the political parties, including the failure of the Republican administration to address domestic and international challenges.