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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0915-013
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks titled, "The Democratic Party: Our New Agenda for Action." In this undated speech, likely given in Hawaii, the Senator discusses the need for strong Democratic leadership to confront domestic and international issues such as the economy, unemployment, agriculture, and education.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0915-005
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks titled, "Between Now and the Election." In this undated speech, likely written in 1959, the Senator discusses the 1960 presidential election and the challenges ahead for the Democratic Party.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-026
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Democratic Midwest conference in Detroit, Michigan. In the speech he discusses the legacy of the Democratic Party and various challenges facing the United States including development of efficient farm technology, national security, and foreign aid. Of note, the draft contains notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-041
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In his speech he discusses the 1960 presidential campaign, his Democratic opponent Senator Hubert Humphrey, and liberalism in the Democratic party.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-038
This file contains an article by James A. Wechsler titled, “The Liberal Retreat, and the Need for Political Realignment,” published in The Progressive, Madison, Wisconsin. The article discusses a history of American liberalism in politics and the role of labor in realigning the Democratic Party with liberal ideology.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0905-023
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Democratic presidential campaign kick-off dinner held in Washington, D.C., discussing a need for strong Democratic leadership to address issues facing the United States.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-052
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Greensboro, North Carolina during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he appeals for Democratic leadership and discusses a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-051
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at a tobacco warehouse in Greenville, North Carolina during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing the Democratic Party’s farm program.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-031
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Citizens for Kennedy rally held at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses a need for Democratic leadership to address domestic challenges, including labor issues arising from automation and unemployment.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-024
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at an airport in Lubbock, Texas during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks he appeals for change, and discusses Democratic leadership in the state and a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-012
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Merced, California during his 1960 presidential campaign appealing for leadership, change, and opportunity for all.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-009
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Oakland Civic Auditorium in Oakland, California during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing congressional relations and the 1960 Democratic Party platform.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-040
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Pocatello, Idaho during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses a need for Democratic leadership to address various challenges, including the research and development of natural resources.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-037
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at the Doo Drop Inn in Muskegon, Michigan during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks he appeals to voters and encourages them to vote for Democratic leadership at the state and Federal level.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-030
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at the 1960 presidential campaign kick-off at San Francisco International Airport in San Francisco, California. In his speech he discusses a need for strong Presidential leadership, as well as the responsibility of all citizens to participate in re-establishing the United States as a world leader.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-029
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Portland, Maine during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the campaign, Democratic candidates in Maine, and concerns over the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-027
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at an airport rally in Presque Isle, Maine during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing a need to re-establish the United States as a world power, and appeals for leadership and change.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-026
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at an airport rally in Manchester, New Hampshire during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the campaign and a need for Democratic leadership to address challenges in New England.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0904-005
This file contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the Dave Epps Memorial dinner in Portland, Oregon discussing the Democratic Party and national security issues, including international nuclear armament. Of note is a draft with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0903-017
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner in Bellaire, Ohio discussing challenges arising from global population growth and a need for effective leadership in government.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0903-016
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Democratic dinner in Yakima, Washington. In the speech he discusses a need for effective leadership to meet domestic and international challenges, including concerns over the technological achievements of the Soviet Union. Of note is a draft with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0903-015
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Democratic dinner in Seattle, Washington. In the speech he discusses issues arising from global population growth, national security concerns, and a need for effective leadership to confront challenges facing the United States. Of note is a draft with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-024
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given before the New York State AFL-CIO (American Federation of Labor, Congress of Industrial Organizations) discussing a need for Democratic leadership to address labor issues including Social Security, minimum wage, and unemployment benefits.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-015
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “The New Frontier,” given at the 1960 Democratic National Convention in Los Angeles, California upon accepting the Party’s nomination as candidate for the 1960 presidential election. Topics of his speech include religion, communism, nuclear weapons, and civil rights; and appeals for leadership, courage, change, and opportunity for all.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-014
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Democratic National Committee dinner in Los Angeles, California. In his speech he discusses the 1960 presidential campaign and a need for Democratic leadership to address domestic and international challenges.