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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RFK-04
In this interview Robert F. Kennedy [RFK] discusses American aid to Argentina; American, British, and French involvement in Africa; the 1962 executive order about segregation in federally-funded housing; appointing African-American judges; changes John F. Kennedy [JFK] was contemplating in the Alliance for Progress; the Dominican crisis; the wheat sale to the Soviet Union; the Bobby Baker case; preparing for JFK’s 1964 campaign; RFK’s return to work after JFK’s assassination and disagreements among the Cabinet members and under President Lyndon B. Johnson; changes in White House staff and the Democratic Party; RFK’s political plans for after 1964; and JFK’s opinions of his staff and appointees, among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JTC-02
In this interview Conway discusses working with John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] 1960 presidential campaign; the negative reaction to the choice of Lyndon B. Johnson for JFK’s running mate; labor leadership and JFK’s campaign; unions and the religious issue during the 1960 election; discussing presidential appointments with JFK after the election; Conway’s role in JFK’s Administration; the Housing and Home Finance Agency, legislation, and working with Congress; accelerated public works, the Department of Commerce, and problems with the extent of presidential powers; Walter Reuther and his relationship with JFK; confrontations between Johnson and Robert F. Kennedy [RFK]; working with RFK on civil rights marches and their legislative demands; and interactions with RFK from 1964 through 1968, among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JEN-05
In this interview Nolan discusses Robert F. Kennedy [RFK] right after John F. Kennedy’s assassination; RFK’s speeches and appearances in early 1964 and his plans to leave the Department of Justice; the trip to Europe in the summer of 1964; planning RFK’s visit to Poland; RFK in Germany and Poland; and RFK’s decision to run for Senate in New York in 1964 and his campaign, among other issues.
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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-0912-039
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Southern Illinois University stadium in Carbondale, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he appeals for Democratic leadership, discusses a need to revitalize the economy, and the importance of developing strong foreign policy to help fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-323-001
This folder contains memoranda from Marcus Raskin, National Security Council Assistant for Disarmament and Nuclear Testing, to McGeorge Bundy, Special Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs. Topics include a nuclear weapons policy proposal of unilateral action, resumption of nuclear weapons testing, United States relations with the Soviet Union and Germany, the effect of alliances and pact commitments on U.S. foreign policy, and policy proposals for the U.S. ACDA (Arms Control and Disarmament Agency). Also included in this folder is a memorandum to Democratic members of congress titled, “A New Liberalism in the Democratic Party,” discussing a need to reform liberal policies to reflect the current era.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0898-017
This folder contains a draft of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at a Young Democrats dinner in Jackson, Mississippi. In his speech the Senator discusses foreign and domestic policy under President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s administration and a need for strong leadership to fight the growing threat of communism. The draft includes notations by the Senator. Also included in this folder are notes by Senator Kennedy and a newspaper article discussing the Senator’s position on the Supreme Court case upholding school desegregation.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0894-030
This folder contains drafts of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy before the National Women's Democratic Club. Topics of the speech include foreign policy under President Dwight D. Eisenhower's administration including the Soviet Union, military strength and national security, and domestic economic issues and policies. Of note are drafts with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0893-012
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech at the Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner held at the Hotel Dupont in Wilmington, Delaware. In his speech the Senator discusses bipartisan politics and the growing tensions between the Soviet Union and the United States.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0893-011
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech at the Grover Cleveland dinner held at the Hotel Statler in Buffalo, New York. In his speech the Senator discusses bipartisan politics and the growing tensions between the Soviet Union and the United States. Of note are several drafts with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0893-010
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech at the Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner held at the Rhodes Ballroom in Pawtuxet, Rhode Island. In his speech the Senator discusses bipartisan politics and the growing tensions between the Soviet Union and the United States. Of note is a copy with notations from the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0893-001
This folder contains drafts and copies of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy at various dinners and organizational events. Topics of the speeches include a reinvigoration of the Democratic Party, the Republican Party's victory in the election of 1952, and United States relations with Israel and the Soviet Union. Also included in this folder is a statement on Memorial Day. Of note are several items with notations and handwritten drafts by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0897-014
This folder contains a copy and drafts of a speech by Senator John F. Kennedy given at the annual dinner of the Democratic Party of Cook County in Chicago, Illinois. In his speech the Senator discusses the upcoming elections of 1958 and 1960, Modern Republicanism, the Republican Party's foreign policy record, and foreign aid to Poland. Of note are drafts with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0896-019
This folder contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the 34th Annual Jackson Day Banquet in Springfield, Missouri. In his speech the Senator discusses Democratic leadership in Missouri, a need for drought relief measures to support the farm economy in the area, and President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s proposed policy to address Communism in the Middle East. Of note is a draft with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-029
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Portland, Maine during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the campaign, Democratic candidates in Maine, and concerns over the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1025-008
This folder contains copies and press releases of speeches given in New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential primary campaign. Topics include primary elections; issues in Eastern Europe, particularly the Soviet Union and Communism; natural resources and conservation projects; housing reform; the Presidency and foreign policy; and policy differences between the Republican and Democratic parties.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1025-007
This folder contains copies and press releases of speeches given in Indiana, Nevada, and North Dakota by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential primary campaign. Topics include Indiana’s primary election; issues in Eastern Europe, particularly communism; the Democratic Party’s agricultural program; and the Rural Electrification Administration (REA).
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1025-004
This folder contains excerpts and press releases of speeches made by Senator John F. Kennedy. Topics include nuclear weapons testing, urban affairs, Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev’s visit to the United States, federal student loans, the Democratic Party’s farm program, Africa, and the labor movement. Also included is a speech concerning a gap in achievements in agriculture, military, education, and space exploration between the United States and the Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1051-007
This folder contains press releases of remarks and addresses made by Senator Lyndon B. Johnson and Senator John F. Kennedy concerning the 1960 presidential campaign, the Democratic Party, the Republican Party, the Cold War, and natural resources.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1059-017
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Wisconsin concerning disarmament, international relations, agricultural issues, the economy, social services legislation, Communism, and the need for strong Democratic leadership to achieve progress and move the country forward. Also included in this folder are schedules for Senator Kennedy’s campaign stops in La Crosse, Milwaukee, and Madison.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1059-009
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Ohio regarding the economy, Communism, unemployment, international relations, a need for strong Democratic leadership to achieve progress, policy differences between the Democratic and Republican Parties, and the importance of a Democratic victory in the state.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1059-007
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in North Carolina discussing the economy, agriculture, international relations, and the need for strong Democratic leadership to achieve growth and progress. Also included in this folder is the transcript from a question and answer session where Senator Kennedy answered questions on a variety of topics including nuclear weapons, religion, labor unions, and education.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1058-022
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Kansas and Missouri concerning the legacy of President Harry S. Truman, international relations, Communism, the need for strong Democratic leadership to achieve change and progress, and policy differences between the Democratic and Republican Parties. Also included in this folder are Senator Kennedy’s travel schedules for campaign stops in Missouri and Kansas.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1058-021
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Minnesota concerning agricultural issues, legislation, Communism, Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev, Cuba, and policy differences between the Democratic and Republican Parties.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1058-020
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Michigan concerning industry, unemployment, organized labor, the economy, education, international relations, Communism, and policy differences between the Democratic and Republican Parties. Also included in this folder is Senator Kennedy’s itinerary for a campaign trip to Michigan.