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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RHJB-01
Burkhardt discusses his work with New Jersey governor Robert B. Meyner, John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign and inauguration, and Burkhardt’s work as director of Richard J. Hughes’ 1962 campaign for governor of New Jersey, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-WAP-01
In this interview, he discusses his role in the 1960 presidential campaign, serving as advance man for John F. Kennedy, New Jersey Democratic politics as well as the 1960 presidential debates.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RBM-01
This interview focuses on the 1960 presidential campaign in New Jersey, the 1960 Democratic National Convention, and Meyner’s political relationship with John F. Kennedy, among other topics.
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Lawrence F. O'Brien Personal Papers
LOBPP-011-014
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Lawrence F. O'Brien Personal Papers
LOBPP-008-007
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Lawrence F. O'Brien Personal Papers
LOBPP-013-020
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-028
This file contains a copy of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Levittown, New Jersey during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing political party divisions on domestic and international issues, including concerns over the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914a-016
This file contains a photocopy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Journal Square in Jersey City, New Jersey, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator explains why the country needs a Democratic administration and reflects on the important responsibilities of the president.
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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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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1021-004
This folder contains a pamphlet prepared by the New Jersey Council of Christian Churches concerning the role of religion in the 1960 presidential campaign and opposition to electing a Catholic president.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1011-015
This folder contains letters sent to Senator John F. Kennedy and members of his staff from various individuals of New Jersey and New York 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.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1011-001
This folder contains letters sent to Senator John F. Kennedy and members of his staff from various individuals of Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, and Ohio 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 of note is an article by Dr. Robert Gordis titled, "A Preface to a Christian Jewish Dialogue," discussing the need for an open and in-depth conversation about the similarities and differences between Judaism and Christianity
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1010-003
This folder contains correspondence sent to Senator John F. Kennedy and members of his staff from various individuals of Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, and New York 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.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1009-011
This folder contains letters sent to Senator John F. Kennedy and members of his staff from various individuals of Maryland, Minnesota, and New Jersey 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.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1009-007
This folder contains correspondence sent to Senator John F. Kennedy and members of his staff from various individuals of New Jersey and New York 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 correspondence with Clarence Hamilton Poe, editor of The Progressive Farmer, a farming magazine published in the Southern United States.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0983-025
This folder contains letters and telegrams concerning expressions of general support for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, advice for the campaign, and the political climate in New Jersey.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0955-003
This folder contains materials concerning Senator John F. Kennedy’s appearance at the United Auto Workers (UAW) Convention in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Materials include memoranda, correspondence, a newspaper article, a report by the UAW Resolutions Committee, an excerpt of the Congressional Record, and press releases of Senator Kennedy’s speech on labor policy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0955-002
This folder contains materials concerning Senator John F. Kennedy’s trip to the 1959 Governor’s Day celebration in Essex County, New Jersey, including a program, memoranda, a newspaper article, and correspondence between Senator Kennedy, members of Senator Kennedy’s staff, and various individuals.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0955-001
This folder contains telegrams, a memorandum, newspaper articles, and correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy, members of Senator Kennedy’s staff, and various individuals concerning expressions of general support and Senator Kennedy’s presidential campaign efforts in New Jersey.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0954-029
This folder contains maps, memoranda, and newspaper articles concerning the political climate of New Jersey, the state’s delegates to the 1960 Democratic National Convention, and known supporters of Senator John F. Kennedy from the state.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0954-028
This folder contains a telegram, a newspaper article, and correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy; Ted Sorensen, Staff Assistant to Senator Kennedy; Robert B. Meyner, Governor of New Jersey; and various individuals concerning the political climate of New Jersey and Senator Kennedy’s visits to the state.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0954-027
This folder contains correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy and various individuals concerning speaking engagement invitations in New Jersey.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0954-026
This folder contains telegrams, memoranda, newspaper articles, and correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy and various individuals concerning New Jersey’s delegates to the 1960 Democratic National Convention.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0954-025
This folder contains newspaper articles and correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy, members of Senator Kennedy’s staff, and New Jersey’s delegates to the 1960 Democratic National Convention concerning expressions of general support and the 1960 New Jersey Democratic Party primary election.