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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-040
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Marion County Courthouse in Marion, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing a need to strengthen the United States economy and invest in education, natural resource development, and industry as a means to fight the growing threat of communism.
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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. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-079
This file contains a transcript and a press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks at the Chicago Stadium in Chicago, Illinois, near the end of the 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks Senator Kennedy reflects on the main messages and goals of his campaign. He describes his vision for a strong America that is dedicated to peace and freedom. Please note, the venue is described in these materials as being held at the Chicago Auditorium and the Chicago Stadium. The correct venue was the Chicago Stadium.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0898-010
This folder contains a copy and draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at an Economic Club dinner in Chicago, Illinois. In his speech the Senator discusses the global economy, the disparity between industrial and non-industrial countries, and a need for foreign and economic aid to non-industrial countries in order to fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-081
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America convention in Chicago, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he appeals for Democratic leadership to strengthen the United States and protect against the growing threat of communism, and discusses political party divisions on economic issues, including those relating to labor and housing legislation.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1058-011
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Illinois concerning Communism, agricultural issues, social services legislation, education, the economy, and the legacy of President Abraham Lincoln.