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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-034
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given in a Fulton Lane parking lot in Fairborn, Ohio during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks the Senator discusses the achievement gap between the United States and Soviet Union, and a need to re-establish the U.S. as a world leader in the fight against communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-060
This file contains copies of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Bowling Green, Kentucky during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include farm policy, the achievement gap between the United States and Soviet Union in natural resource development and industrial production, U.S. foreign policy in Africa, and a need for a multi-national development loan fund to provide education programs and economic aid to emerging African nations. Also included are press releases from the Democratic National Committee containing the speeches.
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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-0912-031
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Chase Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses differences between the political parties, and the achievement gap between the United States and Soviet Union in energy development, including hydroelectric power.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-323-001
This folder contains memoranda from Marcus Raskin, National Security Council Assistant for Disarmament and Nuclear Testing, to McGeorge Bundy, Special Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs. Topics include a nuclear weapons policy proposal of unilateral action, resumption of nuclear weapons testing, United States relations with the Soviet Union and Germany, the effect of alliances and pact commitments on U.S. foreign policy, and policy proposals for the U.S. ACDA (Arms Control and Disarmament Agency). Also included in this folder is a memorandum to Democratic members of congress titled, “A New Liberalism in the Democratic Party,” discussing a need to reform liberal policies to reflect the current era.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0898-023
This folder contains a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Democratic City Committee annual pre-election dinner in Easton, Pennsylvania. In his speech the Senator discusses bipartisan politics, the effect of Modern Republicanism on domestic issues, and the need for stronger foreign policy to address the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0894-030
This folder contains drafts of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy before the National Women's Democratic Club. Topics of the speech include foreign policy under President Dwight D. Eisenhower's administration including the Soviet Union, military strength and national security, and domestic economic issues and policies. Of note are drafts with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0893-012
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech at the Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner held at the Hotel Dupont in Wilmington, Delaware. In his speech the Senator discusses bipartisan politics and the growing tensions between the Soviet Union and the United States.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0893-011
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech at the Grover Cleveland dinner held at the Hotel Statler in Buffalo, New York. In his speech the Senator discusses bipartisan politics and the growing tensions between the Soviet Union and the United States. Of note are several drafts with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0893-010
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech at the Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner held at the Rhodes Ballroom in Pawtuxet, Rhode Island. In his speech the Senator discusses bipartisan politics and the growing tensions between the Soviet Union and the United States. Of note is a copy with notations from the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0893-009
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech at the Bridgeport Democratic Town Committee dinner held at Eichner's Restaurant in Bridgeport, Connecticut. In his speech the Senator discusses bipartisan politics, domestic affairs, and the growing tensions between the Soviet Union and the United States. Also included in this folder is a copy of the Senator's speech before the National Women's Democratic Club.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0893-007
This folder contains materials concerning Senator John F. Kennedy's speech at the New York County Democratic dinner held at the Commodore Hotel in New York City. In his speech the Senator discusses bipartisan politics, domestic affairs, and the growing tensions between the Soviet Union and the United States. Of note are several copies with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0893-001
This folder contains drafts and copies of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy at various dinners and organizational events. Topics of the speeches include a reinvigoration of the Democratic Party, the Republican Party's victory in the election of 1952, and United States relations with Israel and the Soviet Union. Also included in this folder is a statement on Memorial Day. Of note are several items with notations and handwritten drafts by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0896-006
This folder contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech before the Worcester County Teachers Association in Worcester, Massachusetts. In his speech the Senator discusses the foreign policy of the Soviet Union and the need for the United States to implement a strong foreign policy program to counter the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-010
This folder contains drafts and copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a dinner honoring Southern California Congressmen and legislators at the Statler Hotel in Los Angeles, California. In his speech the Senator discusses President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s administration, the 1956 presidential election, and the need for strong leadership to address domestic social issues and communism. Of note are drafts with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1025-008
This folder contains copies and press releases of speeches given in New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential primary campaign. Topics include primary elections; issues in Eastern Europe, particularly the Soviet Union and Communism; natural resources and conservation projects; housing reform; the Presidency and foreign policy; and policy differences between the Republican and Democratic parties.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1025-004
This folder contains excerpts and press releases of speeches made by Senator John F. Kennedy. Topics include nuclear weapons testing, urban affairs, Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev’s visit to the United States, federal student loans, the Democratic Party’s farm program, Africa, and the labor movement. Also included is a speech concerning a gap in achievements in agriculture, military, education, and space exploration between the United States and the Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1058-013
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Chicago, Illinois regarding industry, differences between the Democratic and Republican Parties, Soviet Union and colonialism, and United States policy towards Poland and Eastern Europe.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1027-013
This folder contains press releases and excerpts of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Florida; Kentucky; Ohio; Pennsylvania; and Washington, D.C. during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include a proposal for an urban affairs program, education, civil rights, the political parties, ethics in government, the achievement gap between the United States and Soviet Union, and the balance of payments.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1026-009
This folder contains copies, excerpts, and press releases of speeches given in California, Michigan, New Mexico, New York, South Dakota, and Washington, D.C. by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include agriculture, differences between the Democratic and Republican Parties, and challenges ahead for the 1960s. Also included in this folder is a speech titled, “A Time for Decision,” given by Senator Kennedy on the floor of the United States Senate. In the speech the Senator addresses relations between the United States and the Soviet Union; Communism; disarmament; the importance of scientific development in the United States; and aid to areas in need, such as Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and China.