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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
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RBW-01
Weaver discusses his role as the Administrator of Housing and Home Finance Agency, his acceptance of the position, and the process of appointing staff members. He discusses the Black community, racism, and southern opinion, among other issues.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6339-C
Swearing-in Ceremony for Dr. Robert Weaver, Administrator of the Housing and Home Finance Agency in the White House, Washington, D.C. (L-R) President John F. Kennedy; Robert Weaver and wife Dr. Ella Weaver.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6339-B
Swearing-in Ceremony for Dr. Robert Weaver, Administrator of the Housing and Home Finance Agency in the White House, Washington, D.C. (L-R) President John F. Kennedy; Robert Weaver and wife Dr. Ella Haith Weaver; Assistant Executive Clerk of the White House Herbert L. Miller.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6339-A
Swearing-in Ceremony for Robert Weaver, Administrator of the Housing and Home Finance Agency, in the White House, Washington, D.C. (L-R) President John F. Kennedy; Robert Weaver and his wife Dr. Ella Haith Weaver.