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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0899-012
This folder contains a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Loyola College (later known as Loyola University) annual alumni banquet in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator compares the education systems in the United States and Soviet Union and discusses the support for scientific and technological advancement in the Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0900-001
This file contains a copy and draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the United Nations Association of Maryland dinner in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator discusses the role of the United Nations in diplomacy and foreign policy efforts to meet global challenges, and the need for United States cooperation with the U.N. to secure regions under communist influence, specifically the Middle East and India. 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-0900-010
This file contains a copy of an article from the Boston Irish Echo newspaper, featuring excerpts from Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech before the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick annual dinner in Baltimore, Maryland on 17 March 1957. In his speech the Senator discusses Ireland’s fight for independence from England and the Irish Rebellion of 1641.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0898-012
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Teachers’ Association convention in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator discusses the role of teachers in shaping the minds of future leaders, and a need for greater scholarship in politics.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0900-004
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Westinghouse Broadcasting Company (WBC) 2nd Conference in Public Service Programming in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator discusses how the expansion of radio and television programming has shaped political proceedings, campaigns, and speeches. He goes on to discuss the roles politicians and broadcasters play as public servants, and the need for broadcasters to keep public interest in mind when covering political topics. Of note is a draft of the speech with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0903-012
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at Chevy Chase High School in Bethesda, Maryland. In the speech he discusses the important role of education in creating strong leaders and encourages students to consider a career in public service. 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-0903-013
This file contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech before the League of Municipalities in Ocean City, Maryland. In the speech he discusses issues arising from population growth in urban areas, and a need for redistricting to ensure urban areas are appropriately represented in government. Of note is a draft and letter with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-048
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at Towson Shopping Center in Baltimore, Maryland during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses 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-0911-049
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at Pikesville Armory in Pikesville, Maryland during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev's attendance at the 15th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0893-006
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech to the Young Democratic Club in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator discusses the results of the 1952 election, economic and social policies and programs of President Dwight D. Eisenhower's administration since taking office, and a need for the Democratic Party to renew its purpose and ideals. Also included in this folder is a copy of the Senator's speech to the National Women's Democratic Club of Washington, D.C.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-017
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Disarmament,” given at Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland. In his speech he discusses the difficulty of arms control, the relationship between the United States and Soviet Union, and the introduction of a bill to establish the Arms Control Research Institute.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-018
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “The Crisis in American Education,” given at a luncheon of the United Democratic Women’s Club in Rockville, Maryland. In his speech he compares the education systems of the United States and Soviet Union, and discusses issues in the U.S. system including funding, inadequate facilities, and a lack of qualified teachers.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-019
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at Prince George’s Democratic Club dedication discussing a need for increased wages for government employees.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-021
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Hagerstown, Maryland. In his speech he proposes the Area Redevelopment bill to create jobs and promote industry research and development in economically distressed regions.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-022
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “India and China,” given at Hood College in Frederick, Maryland. In his speech he discusses relations between the two countries including competition for control of the East, and a proposal by Senator Kennedy for the creation of a multi-national development fund for India in the struggle against communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-023
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a rally in Baltimore, Maryland during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses differences between the political parties, and a need for Democratic leadership to address domestic and international concerns.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-024
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “The Education of an American Politician,” given at an Eastern Shore Youth Council conference in Elkton, Maryland. In his speech he discusses the importance of scholarship in politics and a need to increase Federal aid to public education to address issues relating to population growth, financial concerns, and inadequate educational facilities.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-025
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Easton, Maryland discussing a need for a farm program to address issues in the agricultural industry.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-026
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a rally at the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the importance of presidential primaries in selecting a presidential candidate and as a means for candidates to educate themselves on the needs of the people.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-027
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Salisbury, Maryland discussing a need to revise Social Security legislation to protect the elderly against unemployment, as well as rising hospital and nursing costs.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-028
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Cambridge, Maryland discussing proposed legislation to reduce pollution in water resources.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-029
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “The Spirit of ’60,” given at an Alben Barkley Democratic Club banquet in Maryland discussing the 1960 presidential campaign.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-177-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s taped remarks to Mayor Philip H. Goodman of Baltimore, Maryland and his political assistants. In his speech the President discusses the Democratic history in Baltimore.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-135-005
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the Fifth Regiment Armory in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech President Kennedy discusses the importance of electing Democratic representatives from Maryland for the nation to progress in areas such as health care, human rights, urban renewal, and area redevelopment.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-239-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the dedication of the Delaware-Maryland Turnpike. In his speech President Kennedy discusses his administration’s transportation policy, and explains how the turnpike symbolizes the partnership between federal and state government.