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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-068
This file contains a copy and draft of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Cow Palace in San Francisco, California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses international challenges, disarmament, and the need for qualified Foreign Service officers. He also proposes a volunteer corps of peace ambassadors. Of note is a partial draft with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-063
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the stadium of East Los Angeles College in Los Angeles (now Monterey Park), California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the responsibilities of the president, the prestige of the United States abroad, and the need to build a strong and productive society.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-061
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the South Bay Shopping Center in Redondo Beach, California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the philosophical differences between the political parties and the need to move the country forward.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-058
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a first time voters convocation at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator describes the differences between his positions and those of Vice President Nixon in such areas as the economy and national prestige. There is also a transcript of the question and answer period that followed, where Kennedy discusses the practical differences between the Democratic and Republican parties as well as the three issues on which he and Nixon most differ.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-027
This folder contains copies of a press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at a Los Angeles World Affairs Council luncheon held at the Biltmore Hotel and titled, "Proper Role of Foreign Policy in the 1956 Political Campaign." In his speech the Senator discusses the need for bipartisan efforts to address foreign policy issues during the 1956 political campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-009
This folder contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Colonialism and American Foreign Policy,” given at a Town Hall luncheon in Los Angeles, California. In his speech the Senator addresses Western colonialism, nationalism, and communism. 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-0909-039
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a testimonial dinner for Governor Pat Brown in San Francisco, California. In his speech he discusses the achievements of the Governor and addresses numerous issues including automation in business and industry, disarmament, and foreign aid to underdeveloped nations.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-015
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Tulare, California during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he appeals for leadership, change, and opportunity for all, 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-0911-014
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Pathways to Peace,” given in Fresno, California during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he outlines a program for peace including disarmament, international relations, and foreign aid to emerging and developing countries.