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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-045
This file contains copies of remarks given by Senator John F. Kennedy at Union Hall in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks the Senator encourages voter turnout and discusses a need for legislation to resolve labor issues, including the minimum wage.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-028
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given to the Trade Union Council of the Liberal Party of New York State, in New York City, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the international prestige of the United States, employment and industrial capacity, and the need for the country to speak for freedom around the world.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0898-008
This folder contains a copy of Robert F. Kennedy’s speech given at a New York state Democratic dinner in Albany, New York. In his speech Kennedy discusses his work as Chief Counsel of the Senate Labor Rackets Committee in combating labor racketeering, and the political achievements of Senator John F. Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0903-011
This file contains drafts and excerpts from Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a Democratic dinner in Garden City, New York. In the speech he discusses problems arising from global population growth, national security issues, and legislation needed to address labor concerns. 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-0903-010
This file contains drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a United Hatters, Cap and Millinery convention in New York City. In his speech he discusses labor issues, including unemployment compensation and legislation to end labor racketeering. 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-0903-007
This file contains excerpts from Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a Grover Cleveland dinner in Buffalo, New York discussing labor issues, including a need for legislation to end labor racketeering.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0902-027
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech before the American Women in Radio and Television in New York City, New York discussing expanded roles and opportunities for women in news media and politics. Also included is a copy of Senator Kennedy's speech titled, “The Continuing Issues of Labor Reform,” addressing a need for legislation to end labor racketeering.
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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-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.