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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-BLB-02
In this interview Boutin discusses New Hampshire politics; presidential elections and Democratic National Conventions from 1956 through 1968; various staff members of John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] presidential campaign from 1956 to 1960; JFK’s presidential campaign in several different states; the 1960 presidential primary in New Hampshire; working as the Administrator of the General Services Administration [GSA], including public works projects, federal buildings and sites, reorganization of GSA structure and personnel, and working with Congress and other federal agencies on GSA matters; the National Archives and Records Administration and presidential libraries; the Democratic National Committee during JFK’s Administration; Boutin’s memories of immediately following JFK’s assassination in 1963; tensions between Robert F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson; and “Johnson people” versus “Kennedy people,” among other issues.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1058-019
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Maryland discussing the legacy of the Democratic Party, education, the economy, disarmament, international relations, Communism, and Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-004
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. In his speeches the Senator discusses the legacy of the Democratic Party, Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev’s visit to the United Nations, international relations, Communism, and legislation; and asks for support for his 1960 presidential campaign.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-020
This folder contains a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the Alben Barkley Democratic Club Banquet in Maryland titled, “The Spirit of ’60,” discussing voter turnout in the Democratic Party presidential primary elections and the need for strong Democratic leadership.