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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0920a-007
This file contains a transcript of Senator John F. Kennedy's appearance on the television program Meet the Press, produced by Lawrence Spivak. This episode was filmed at the 1960 Democratic National Convention and also features Senator Lyndon B. Johnson and Senator Stuart Symington, the other two candidates for the Democratic nomination.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-073
This file contains copies and a press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Amarillo, Texas, during his 1960 presidential campaign. Also included are copies of introductory remarks by Senator Lyndon B. Johnson. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the need for progress in industry and agriculture, and argues that the Democratic Party will best represent the state. In Senator Johnson's remarks, he reflects on the themes of Senator Kennedy's campaign. The press release compares the farm program put forth by each political party.