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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-027
This file contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Johnstown, Pennsylvania during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics of the speech include unemployment concerns in Pennsylvania; the failure of the Republican administration to address national security concerns, including communism; 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-0913-025
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Butler, Pennsylvania during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he appeals for leadership and change, discusses the effects of automation on employment, and addresses concerns over the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-024
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator appeals for leadership and change and discusses labor issues, including the effects of automation on employment.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-057
This file contains press releases of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a city fund raising dinner in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the correlation between progress at home and abroad, and asks for the voters' help in achieving the type of country he desires for his children, "a strong America in a world of peace."
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-052
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Rosen Apartments in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses housing, civil rights, employment, and health care.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-051
This file contains a copy and press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Penn Fruit Shopping Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the choice between himself and Vice President Nixon in terms of national progress. The press release lists six areas of disagreement between the two candidates, namely medical care for the aged, teachers' salaries, agriculture, unemployment, trusting the voters, and a strategy for peace.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-050
This file contains a copy and press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Levittown Shopping Center in Levittown, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the choice between himself and Vice President Nixon in areas such as the economy and employment. The press release lists three themes of Nixon's campaign and recaps Republican opposition to progressive programs in the past.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-049
This file contains a copy and press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Valley Forge Country Club in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses seven "New Frontiers" that will provide challenges and opportunities in the 1960s, specifically population, longevity, education, suburbia, science and space, automation, and leisure time.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-041
This file contains a copy and press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Scranton, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the economy, industrial capacity, employment, and area redevelopment legislation.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-040
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the failures of the Eisenhower administration in such areas as wages and health care.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0901-005
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks before the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. In his remarks Senator Kennedy discusses the economic recession, its effect on unemployment, and a need for revised unemployment compensation benefits.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0905-020
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, "Administrative Justice and Delay," given at the Allegheny County Bar Association's annual dinner held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In his speech he discusses corruption and crime in the labor movement and the effects of a delayed administration of justice.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0904-015
This file contains a draft and copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Washington County Democratic dinner in Rostraver Township, Pennsylvania discussing a need for revised legislation to address labor issues in the steel industry. Of note is a draft with notations by the Senator. [Notes: Location of dinner is incorrectly identified as Fayette City, Pennsylvania, on press release header.]