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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1035-002
This folder contains press releases issued by the Publicity Division of the Democratic National Committee for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include political appointments within the Democratic Party, agriculture, natural resources, education, the aged, international relations, and civil rights.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1035-001
This folder contains press releases issued by the Publicity Division of the Democratic National Committee for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include political appointments within the Democratic Party; political endorsements; civil rights; agriculture; and Airlift-Africa, a program funding the transportation of 295 East African students to United States colleges.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1033-010
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Colorado Governor Steven McNichols at the 1960 Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Los Angeles, California. In his remarks Governor McNichols discusses the relationship between the Democratic Party and the American West.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1033-009
This folder contains copies of a speech made by Senator Eugene McCarthy at the 1960 Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Los Angeles, California nominating former Illinois Governor Adlai Stevenson as a candidate for the Presidential nomination and urging a second ballot vote.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1033-008
This folder contains a speech given by Senator Lyndon B. Johnson at the 1960 Democratic National Convention (DNC) upon accepting the Vice Presidential nomination for the 1960 campaign. In his speech Senator Johnson encourages unity in the United States and expresses his support for Senator John F. Kennedy as the Presidential nominee.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1033-006
This folder contains remarks by Democratic National Chairman Paul M. Butler at the opening of the 1960 Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Los Angeles, California. In his speech Mr. Butler discusses the responsibility of the Democratic Party to rekindle hope and recover the meaning of the national purpose in the United States.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1032-027
This folder contains copies of a speech titled, “The New Frontier,” given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) upon accepting the Democratic Party’s nomination as presidential candidate for the 1960 election. In his speech Senator Kennedy addresses religion, Communism, nuclear weapons, and civil rights and famously states, “…we stand today on the edge of a New Frontier.” Senator Kennedy also appeals for leadership, courage, change, and opportunity for all.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1031-032
This folder contains a speech titled, “A Program for Victory in 1960,” given by Senator John F. Kennedy at a Victory in ’60 Luncheon in Salt Lake City, Utah. In his speech the Senator remarks on the need for strong Democratic leadership; the Democratic Party in the 1960 campaign; and the effect of potential election results at the state, local, and Federal levels.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1031-023
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the Democratic Party’s kick-off dinner for the 1960 presidential campaign held at the Sheraton Park Hotel in Washington, D.C. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the country’s need for a strong Democratic leader in the White House and a change from the policies of President Dwight D. Eisenhower's administration.
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Papers 1954-1965 (#327). Lawyer. Democratic Party campaign organizer (1956, 1960); Presidential adviser on foreign affairs. Correspondence, memorandums, subject files, reports, newspaper clippings and other materials related to 1956 and 1960 presidential campaigns; memorandums, correspondence, meeting summaries, lists, drafts, and reports of foreign policy advisory task forces; files, and miscellaneous other materials. Open. See also Oral History Interviews.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1030-011
This folder contains copies of a speech by Senator John F. Kennedy titled, "The Meaning of a Democratic Victory in Hawaii." In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses Hawaii's new statehood, endorses John Burns as Governor of Hawaii, and urges Hawaiian voters to elect the Democratic ticket.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-023
This folder contains an address by Senator John F. Kennedy to the Associated Business Publications Conference at the Biltmore Hotel in New York City. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the relationship between the business community and the Democratic Party, examines five areas of Republican economic policy in need of improvement, and proposes a plan to strengthen the economy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-021
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the Lake County Women’s Club Breakfast in Gary, Indiana. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the 1960 election, growth of Democratic electives since the 1956 election, and the need for strong Democratic leadership.
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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.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-019
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the Roosevelt Day Dinner in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the legacy of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, liberalism, domestic and international issues, and the need for strong Democratic leadership. Also included in this folder is a handwritten draft by an unknown individual.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-018
This folder contains copies of a speech by Senator John F. Kennedy titled, "The Prospects for '60." In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the 1960 election at state and national levels, the growth of Democratic electives since the 1956 election, and the need for strong Democratic leadership. Also included in this folder is an alternate version of the speech given at the Lake County Women's Club Breakfast in Gary, Indiana.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-017
This folder contains drafts and excerpts of a speech by Senator John F. Kennedy titled, "The Democratic Party: Our Unfinished Agenda." In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the need for strong Democratic leadership to confront domestic and international issues.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-016
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Hawaii titled, "The Democratic Party: Our New Agenda for Action." In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the need for strong Democratic leadership to confront domestic and international issues such as the economy, unemployment, agriculture, and education.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-015
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the Democratic Party’s kick-off dinner for the 1960 presidential campaign held at the Sheraton Park Hotel in Washington, D.C. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the country’s need for a strong Democratic leader in the White House and a change from the policies of President Dwight D. Eisenhower's administration.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-014
This folder contains copies of a speech by Senator John F. Kennedy titled, "The 1960 Election – and 1968." In his speech the Senator remarks on the 1960 presidential election, the likely outcome of the 1964 election, and discusses the state of the world in 1968 and the need for strong Democratic leadership.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-012
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. concerning the responsibilities of the President of the United States as a chief executive and a legislative, moral, and party leader.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-011
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy titled, "Jefferson, Jackson and Roosevelt." In his speech the Senator remarks on the legacies of former Presidents Thomas Jefferson, Andrew Jackson, and Franklin D. Roosevelt; and discusses issues facing current Democratic leaders such as programs for the aged, labor-management reform legislation, and communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-010
This folder contains a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at a Jefferson-Jackson Day Dinner in Lafayette, Indiana. In his speech the Senator discusses the Republican Party and the need for a strong Democratic leader in the White House.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-009
This folder contains a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy titled, "The Heritage of Franklin Roosevelt," concerning the legacy of former President Franklin D. Roosevelt, the administration of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, and challenges ahead for the Democratic Party.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-008
This folder contains copies of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy at various Democratic Party events. In the speeches Senator Kennedy discusses past successes of the Democratic Party and challenges ahead, including automation, farm technology, disarmament, foreign aid, the Soviet Union, and urban renewal.