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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0365-007
Materials in this folder include telegrams, memoranda, and correspondence between various members of the White House staff and individual citizens concerning incidents of religious discrimination, discriminatory housing practices, United States military personnel participating in civil rights demonstrations, the treatment of African diplomats visiting Washington, D.C., and the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, a large political rally during which Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his famous “I Have a Dream” speech advocating harmonious racial relations. The folder also contains a report from Chief of Protocol Angier Biddle Duke on efforts to improve housing procedures for visiting African diplomats and a transcript of a meeting between President John F. Kennedy, Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson, and business executives concerning the voluntary desegregation of commercial establishments.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0899-010
This folder contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech before the John Carroll Society in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the shared history of academics and politics, the need for greater scholarship in politics, and encourages the use of diplomacy over military strength in response to the growing threat posed by the Soviet Union. This folder also contains a transcript from the forum following his speech. 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-0897-007
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech titled, "The Role of University in Government," at a symposium of the Associated Harvard Clubs in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the need for greater academic scholarship in government, especially in the area of foreign affairs.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0897-005
This folder contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech titled, "America's International Responsibilities," before the First General Session of the 45th annual meeting of the National Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator addresses the need for a comprehensive examination and understanding of the impact and efficiency of foreign aid programs in order to reduce the United States' foreign aid budget.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-014
This folder contains a press release and copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech titled, "America's Stake in Vietnam," given at a conference sponsored by the American Friends of Vietnam at the Willard Hotel in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the current state of Vietnam, United States and Vietnamese relations, and the need for increased support of Vietnam to protect against the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0903-003
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Conference on India and the United States held at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington D.C. In his speech he addresses relations between India and China, Chinese industrialization, and a need for international aid to India to support economic development. 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-0901-004
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Greater Washington Observance of Israel’s 10th anniversary in Washington D.C. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the achievements of Israel, including its foreign policy, domestic economy, and scientific advancements. He goes on to discuss Israel's relations with other countries in the Middle East.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0915-002
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech titled, "America's International Responsibilities," given before the First General Session of the 45th annual meeting of the Chamber of Commerce of the United States in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator addresses the need for a comprehensive examination and understanding of the impact and efficiency of foreign aid programs in order to reduce the United States' foreign aid budget. Some of the pages are marked with handwritten edits.
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John Kenneth Galbraith Personal Papers
JKGPP-0898-007
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-005
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Iowa; Missouri; Montana; New Jersey; North Dakota; Pennsylvania; South Dakota; Tennessee; Utah; Washington, D.C.; and West Virginia. In his speeches the Senator discusses the legacy of the Democratic Party, Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev, international relations, labor, industry, agricultural issues, and the development of natural resources.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1030-001
This folder contains copies of speeches by Senator John F. Kennedy given before the African Diplomatic Corps in Washington, D.C. and at Saint Anselm’s College in Manchester, New Hampshire. In the speeches Senator Kennedy discusses the independence of African nations; emphasizes the need for food, education, and development capital as essential for economic success; and proposes the creation of an African Educational Development Fund and a multi-national economic development fund for Africa. Also included in this folder is a statement by the Senator on violence in South Africa.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1027-008
This folder contains press releases of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Montana; Ohio; Washington, D.C.; and West Virginia during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include poverty, preservation of natural resources, foreign policy, the threat of Communism, and Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev’s visit to the United States.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1026-009
This folder contains copies, excerpts, and press releases of speeches given in California, Michigan, New Mexico, New York, South Dakota, and Washington, D.C. by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include agriculture, differences between the Democratic and Republican Parties, and challenges ahead for the 1960s. Also included in this folder is a speech titled, “A Time for Decision,” given by Senator Kennedy on the floor of the United States Senate. In the speech the Senator addresses relations between the United States and the Soviet Union; Communism; disarmament; the importance of scientific development in the United States; and aid to areas in need, such as Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and China.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1038-008
This folder contains correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from Washington, D.C., and Political Behavior Reports. Topics include scheduling interviews and appearances, the national highway system, the role of religion in the 1960 presidential campaign, foreign affairs, and female voters.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1038-004
This folder contains correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from Washington, D.C., concerning Senator Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, polling, the role of religion in the campaign, and foreign policy. Also included in this folder are transcripts from various interviews with Senator Kennedy including the Senator’s appearance on Meet the Press, an NBC television program, moderated by Ned Brooks.