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Jean Stein Personal Papers
JSTPP-001-019
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Staff Files of Harris Wofford
JFKWHSFHW-002-006
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
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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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-059
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Elks Auditorium in Los Angeles, California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the philosophical differences between the political parties on such issues as civil rights, housing, and employment.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-013
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) rally in Los Angeles, California. In his speech he discusses the 1960 presidential campaign and the role of the President of the United States as a legislative and moral authority, responsible for upholding and enforcing Constitutional rights, including equal rights for all Americans.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-044-038
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's address at the San Diego State College graduation ceremony held at the Aztec Bowl in San Diego, California. In his speech the President explains the importance of education as the basis for a free society, and discusses the necessity to improve state and federal policies in order to ensure equal educational opportunities for all citizens regardless of race or economic station. Materials in this folder include memoranda, press copies, and reading copies of the speech, in addition to programs for the commencement ceremony. Of note are several items with handwritten notations by the President.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1058-004
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in California discussing civil rights, international relations, legislation, the aged, employment, disarmament, education, and differences between the Democratic and Republican campaign platforms.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1058-003
This folder contains speeches and a transcript of a press conference given by Senator John F. Kennedy in California discussing agricultural issues, national security, international relations, natural resources, civil rights, religious matters, and differences between the Democratic and Republican campaign platforms.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-010
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, and Texas. In his speeches Senator Kennedy discusses disarmament, education, legislation, civil rights, the economy, labor, and international relations.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-003
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in California, New York City, and Texas. In his speeches the Senator discusses the legacy of the Democratic Party, agricultural issues, international relations, civil rights, and national security and defense; and asks for support for his 1960 presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-022
This folder contains remarks given by Senator John F. Kennedy at an NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) rally discussing the importance of civil rights and equality for all citizens.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1027-001
This folder contains press releases and copies of speeches given in California by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential campaign. Materials include remarks on civil rights at a meeting of the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People), and a statement by Senator Kennedy in response remarks made by former President Harry S. Truman suggesting the Senator step aside as a presidential candidate. Of note is Senator Kennedy’s acceptance speech titled, “The New Frontier,” given at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) upon receiving the Democratic Party’s nomination for the 1960 presidential election. In his speech the Senator addresses religion, Communism, nuclear weapons, and civil rights. He also discusses a New Frontier in America, which calls for leadership, courage, change, and opportunity for all.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1037-012
This folder contains correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from California, newspaper clippings, and telegrams. Topics include Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, African Americans voter, the Democratic National Convention in Los Angeles, and support for Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1037-005
This folder contains correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from California, summary reports from the California Democratic Council (CDC), an issue of Democrats United newspaper, and background information about California delegates. Topics include civil rights, housing, agriculture, natural resources, the economy, election reform, and international relations.