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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-024
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given before the Polish American Congress in Chicago, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he outlines a seven point foreign policy program to strengthen relations between the United States and Poland, including measures to advance and protect the cause of freedom in Poland and other Eastern European countries under control of the Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-023
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at the Lake Meadows Shopping Center in Chicago, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks he discusses civil rights issues and the importance of equal opportunity for all people.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-022
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks at City Hall in Chicago, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses Poland’s fight for independence from the Soviet Union, and the responsibility of the United States to advance and protect the cause of freedom throughout the world.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-001
This file contains a Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) Television transcript of the first presidential debate between candidates Senator John F. Kennedy and Vice President Richard M. Nixon. The candidates answered questions on numerous issues, including agriculture, the economy, education, foreign policy, and medical care for the aged. The debate was held in Chicago, Illinois and moderated by Howard K. Smith, with a four person panel consisting of journalists Robert Fleming, Stuart Novins, Charles Warren, and Sander Vanocur.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-079
This file contains a transcript and a press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks at the Chicago Stadium in Chicago, Illinois, near the end of the 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks Senator Kennedy reflects on the main messages and goals of his campaign. He describes his vision for a strong America that is dedicated to peace and freedom. Please note, the venue is described in these materials as being held at the Chicago Auditorium and the Chicago Stadium. The correct venue was the Chicago Stadium.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-020
This file contains a press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at York Township High School in Elmhurst, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator claims that Vice President Nixon made misleading statements about an USIA survey showing the decline of American prestige abroad.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-019
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Aurora, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the international role of the United States, economic growth and employment, and the perceived military power of the Soviet Union as opposed to the U.S.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-018
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Batavia, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the differences between political parties and urges voters to pick a higher standard for the United States.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-017
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Geneva, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses questions of national character and the declining prestige of the United States abroad.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-016
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Baker Park in St. Charles, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses labor issues, political party differences, and the declining prestige of the United States abroad.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-015
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a street rally in Elgin, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks he discusses communism, political party differences, and the declining prestige of the United States abroad.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-014
This file contains a copy and a press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at the Meadowdale Shopping Center in Carpentersville, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the responsibility of the Federal government to support education through college loan programs, investments in infrastructure, and aid to supplement teaching salaries.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-013
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Barrington High School in Barrington, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the need to re-establish the United States as a world leader to fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-012
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at the Liberty Mall in Libertyville, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he appeals for leadership and change, and discusses differences between the political parties.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-011
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the O'Hare Inn in Chicago, Illinois, discussing his 1960 presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-010
This file contains press releases of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given in Rock Island, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he compares Vice President Richard M. Nixon's campaign promises to his record on various issues including education, housing, civil rights, and the agricultural industry.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-009
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at the Wharton Field House in Moline, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he compares Vice President Richard M. Nixon's campaign promises to his record on various issues including education, housing, civil rights, and the agricultural industry.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-008
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Caterpillar plant in East Peoria, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks the Senator discusses the failure of the Republican administration to address labor concerns in the steel industry.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-007
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at a rally held at a courthouse in Peoria, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator appeals for leadership and change, and discusses domestic and international challenges.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-006
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at the University of Illinois in Champaign, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader in the fight against communism, including a need to increase foreign aid to emerging African countries.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-005
This file contains copies and press releases of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given in Rockford, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses political party divisions over Social Security, including expanding health benefits for the elderly to protect them against rising hospital and nursing costs.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1011-008
This folder contains letters sent to Senator John F. Kennedy and members of his staff from various individuals of Florida, Georgia, and Illinois concerning the role of religion in the 1960 campaign, the prospect of a Catholic president, the distribution of anti-Catholic materials, and support for the Senator’s campaign. Also included are letters regarding Senator Kennedy’s decision not to speak at a memorial service for four interfaith chaplains who died during World War II.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1010-010
This folder contains correspondence sent to Senator John F. Kennedy and members of his staff from various individuals of Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and Kansas concerning the role of religion in the 1960 campaign, the prospect of a Catholic president, the distribution of anti-Catholic materials, and support for and opposition to the Senator’s campaign. Also included are letters discussing the oath taken by the Knights of Columbus.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1010-002
This folder contains correspondence sent to Senator John F. Kennedy and members of his staff from various individuals of Florida, Georgia, Illinois, and Indiana concerning the role of religion in the 1960 campaign, the prospect of a Catholic president, the distribution of anti-Catholic materials, and support for and opposition to the Senator’s campaign. Also included is correspondence with Senator Paul Simon, Chairman of the Illinois Committee for Fair Play.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1009-012
This folder contains correspondence sent to Senator John F. Kennedy and members of his staff from various individuals of Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa concerning the role of religion in the 1960 campaign, the prospect of a Catholic president, the distribution of anti-Catholic materials, and support for the Senator’s campaign.