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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-021
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Democratic fundraising dinner in Syracuse, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the failure of Vice President Richard M. Nixon and the Republican administration to stop the spread of communism. Also included is a transcript from the question and answer period following the Senator’s speech.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914a-021
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Hartford, Connecticut, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses three key areas where he and Vice President Nixon disagree: the economy, national prestige, and the balance of world power.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914a-020
This file contains a photocopy and press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at City Hall in Springfield, Massachusetts, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the choice between himself and Vice President Nixon. The press release details three key issues where the candidates differ: the economy, national prestige, and military strength.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914a-015
This file contains a photocopy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Teaneck Armory in Teaneck, New Jersey, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the false assumptions that Vice President Nixon has made regarding the economy and national prestige. Please note that while the location was listed as Teterboro, the armory is actually in Teaneck.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914a-014
This file contains a photocopy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Mosque Theater in Newark, New Jersey, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator criticizes Vice President Nixon's voting record on progressive issues. He also mentions that recent polling predicts a close election.
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JFKSEN-0914a-012
This file contains a photocopy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the railroad station plaza in Bridgeport, Connecticut, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator stresses the importance of the presidency and discusses the failures of Vice President Nixon and the Eisenhower administration.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914a-011
This file contains a photocopy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a street rally in New Haven, Connecticut, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the key differences between his positions and those of Vice President Nixon in three areas: the economy, national prestige, and military preparedness.
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JFKSEN-0914-076
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Municipal Auditorium in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator argues that he will represent the people of Oklahoma better than Vice President Nixon in areas such as the economy and foreign policy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-075
This file contains a press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator questions Vice President Nixon's record and experience in foreign affairs.
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JFKSEN-0914-074
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Wichita Falls, Texas, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech Senator Kennedy describes why the Democratic Party will best represent the people of Texas.
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JFKSEN-0914-072
This file contains a press release and copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Albuquerque, New Mexico, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses social welfare programs and the international prestige of the United States. The press release details the Republican Party's record of opposing Social Security.
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JFKSEN-0914-071
This file contains a copy and press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a street rally in Phoenix, Arizona, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator mentions the progressive history of Arizona, and discusses the development of natural resources and the international prestige of the United States. The press release details Vice President Nixon's record on issues pertaining to natural resources.
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JFKSEN-0914-067
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at DeFremery Park in Oakland, California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses Vice President Nixon's voting record and the Republican Party's opposition to progress. He also touches on civil rights and equal opportunity.
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JFKSEN-0914-066
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Horton Plaza in San Diego, California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator points out recent changes in Vice President Nixon's positions, and addresses issues related to the defense industry.
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JFKSEN-0914-058
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a first time voters convocation at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator describes the differences between his positions and those of Vice President Nixon in such areas as the economy and national prestige. There is also a transcript of the question and answer period that followed, where Kennedy discusses the practical differences between the Democratic and Republican parties as well as the three issues on which he and Nixon most differ.
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JFKSEN-0914-056
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Reyburn Plaza in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator asks whether Vice President Nixon can provide the leadership that the country needs for the 1960s. He also states his desire to move the United States past the status quo.
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JFKSEN-0914-054
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a Citizens for Kennedy rally in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the key differences between his positions and those of Vice President Nixon in such areas as the economy and national prestige.
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JFKSEN-0914-053
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator questions Vice President Nixon's campaign claims concerning national prosperity and international prestige. He also invites both Nixon and President Eisenhower to a final debate.
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JFKSEN-0914-051
This file contains a copy and press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Penn Fruit Shopping Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the choice between himself and Vice President Nixon in terms of national progress. The press release lists six areas of disagreement between the two candidates, namely medical care for the aged, teachers' salaries, agriculture, unemployment, trusting the voters, and a strategy for peace.
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JFKSEN-0914-050
This file contains a copy and press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Levittown Shopping Center in Levittown, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the choice between himself and Vice President Nixon in areas such as the economy and employment. The press release lists three themes of Nixon's campaign and recaps Republican opposition to progressive programs in the past.
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JFKSEN-0914-045
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Lord and Taylor Shopping Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses Vice President Nixon's debate with Nikita Khrushchev and rebuts recent statements by Nixon concerning American prestige abroad and the state of the economy.
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JFKSEN-0914-038
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the philosophical differences between the political parties, the economy, social services, and the role of the United States as the leader of the free world.
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JFKSEN-0914-037
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Allentown, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses leadership, the economy, and areas in which he disagrees with Vice President Nixon.
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JFKSEN-0914-035
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Staten Island, New York City, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the philosophical differences between the political parties and states that the United States cannot afford to be second best to the Soviet Union.
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JFKSEN-0914-034
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Sunnyside Gardens in Queens, New York City, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses areas where he and Vice President Nixon disagree, including the prestige of the United States and the leadership needed to move the country forward.