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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-1103-014
This folder contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks at the Cook County Democratic Dinner in Chicago, Illinois. In his speech, the Senator promotes the reelection bid of Senator Paul Douglas and recommends strategies for the Democratic Party in the 1954 campaign. He also discusses foreign policy issues, including the French war in Indochina. Of note is one page with notations by Sargent Shriver.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-045
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at an armory in Springfield, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses differences between the political parties, the leadership qualities and legacy of President Abraham Lincoln, and makes an appeal for Democratic leadership. Also included is a transcript from the question and answer session following the Senator’s speech.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-044
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Venice, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign appealing for Democratic leadership and discussing the failure of the Republican administration to address domestic challenges including housing, medical care for the aged, unemployment, and the minimum wage.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-043
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Harrisburg, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing labor issues and a need to stabilize the agricultural industry through production controls, parity pricing, and development of a food surplus program for foreign aid.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-042
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at an airport in Marion, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign appealing for Democratic leadership.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-041
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at a veteran’s hospital in Marion, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign acknowledging the contributions of veterans to maintaining national security in times of war and peace.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-040
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Marion County Courthouse in Marion, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing a need to strengthen the United States economy and invest in education, natural resource development, and industry as a means to fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-039
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Southern Illinois University stadium in Carbondale, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he appeals for Democratic leadership, discusses a need to revitalize the economy, and the importance of developing strong foreign policy to help fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-038
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Belleville, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing the achievement gap between the United States and Soviet Union, and a need to re-establish the U.S. 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-0912-037
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at Augustine’s Restaurant in Belleville, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign appealing for Democratic leadership at the state and Federal level, and discussing differences between the political parties.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-036
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given in East St. Louis, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing the importance of the campaign and a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader to protect against the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-035
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at the National Stockyards in East St. Louis, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing a need for Democratic leadership, economic concerns in the agricultural industry, and labor issues.
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JFKSEN-0912-034
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at 15th and Broadway in East St. Louis, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing the role of the President of the United States as Chief Executive, as well as a legislative, moral, and party leader.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-033
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given in Granite City, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing the role of the President of the United States as Chief Executive, and a need to re-establish the U.S. 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-0912-032
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given in Alton, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader to protect the cause of freedom around the world.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.