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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-058
This file contains a copy and a press release of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at Howard University in Washington, D.C. during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the role of the President of the United States as Chief Executive and as a moral leader, and a need for strong Democratic leadership to address civil rights concerns and ensure equal opportunity for all people.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0900-023
This file contains a report of the North Atlantic regional meeting of the National Citizens Council for Better Schools held at the Woodner Hotel in Washington D.C. The report discusses a need for legislation to support education and the role of the Federal government in public education. The report also contains remarks by Senator John F. Kennedy discussing the responsibility of Federal and state governments in providing quality education for all students.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0900-011
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a YMCA (Young Men’s Christian Association) branch dinner in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the causes of juvenile delinquency, the role the YMCA plays in combating delinquency, and a need for greater community support of local youths.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0900-009
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech before the Gridiron Club in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the differences between the political parties and the Presidential election of 1960.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0900-008
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a Women’s Democratic Club luncheon in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the need for strong Democratic leadership to address domestic and international economic issues, and the foreign aid policy of the United States.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0900-007
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the AFL-CIO (American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations) Unemployment Conference in Washington, D.C. In his speech Senator Kennedy addresses the need for unemployment insurance reform at the state level, and urges support for federal legislation providing immediate unemployment compensation.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0899-016
This folder contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Fifth National Conference on International Economic and Social Development held at the Statler Hotel in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses economic issues facing India and suggests foreign aid policies to support economic stability in the region. 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-0899-010
This folder contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech before the John Carroll Society in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the shared history of academics and politics, the need for greater scholarship in politics, and encourages the use of diplomacy over military strength in response to the growing threat posed by the Soviet Union. This folder also contains a transcript from the forum following his speech. 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-0898-024
This folder contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the AFL-CIO (American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations) Industrial Union Department convention in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the administration of President Dwight D. Eisenhower and its handling of labor issues, the ongoing investigations of the United States Senate Select Committee on Improper Activities in Labor-Management Relations, and proposed legislation to ensure fair labor practices and address social issues.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0897-017
This folder contains copies as printed in the Congressional record of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech titled, "Let the Lady Hold Up Her Head-Reflections on American Immigration Policy," given at the American-Jewish Committee 50th anniversary celebration in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the history of immigration in America and a need for new legislation to address immigration issues.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0811-001
This file contains notes from a meeting held at the United States Capitol between the U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations and Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev discussing relations between the U.S. and Soviet Union. Of note are notations by Senator John F. Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0897-007
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech titled, "The Role of University in Government," at a symposium of the Associated Harvard Clubs in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the need for greater academic scholarship in government, especially in the area of foreign affairs.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0897-005
This folder contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech titled, "America's International Responsibilities," before the First General Session of the 45th annual meeting of the National Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator addresses the need for a comprehensive examination and understanding of the impact and efficiency of foreign aid programs in order to reduce the United States' foreign aid budget.
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JFKSEN-0897-004
This folder contains a copy and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech at the Universal Notre Dame Night Celebration in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses objectives of the Senate Select Committee to Investigate Improper Activities in Labor-Management Relations (also known as the McClellan Committee) and a need for legislation to end labor racketeering, ensure fair labor standards and practices, and increase transparency of union financial activities. Of note is a draft of the speech with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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JFKSEN-0897-003
This folder contains copies of an excerpt of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech before the National Screw Machine Products Association (later known as the Precision Machined Products Association) at the Hotel Shoreham in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses a need for Federal tax reform and tax relief programs to aid small businesses.
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JFKSEN-0896-015
This folder contains copies of remarks by Senator John F. Kennedy at a dinner honoring former President Herbert Hoover in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the Second Hoover Commission (officially known as the Commission on Organization of the Executive Branch of the Government).
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JFKSEN-0896-009
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy upon receipt of the Cardinal Gibbons Award by the Catholic University of America at the Hotel Statler in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the achievements of Cardinal James Gibbons and the need for political compromise in the wake of the 1956 Presidential election.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-014
This folder contains a press release and copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech titled, "America's Stake in Vietnam," given at a conference sponsored by the American Friends of Vietnam at the Willard Hotel in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the current state of Vietnam, United States and Vietnamese relations, and the need for increased support of Vietnam to protect against the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0903-003
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Conference on India and the United States held at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington D.C. In his speech he addresses relations between India and China, Chinese industrialization, and a need for international aid to India to support economic development. Of note is a draft with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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JFKSEN-0902-025
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the National Civil Liberties Clearing House annual conference held in Washington, D.C. discussing the civil liberties guaranteed to citizens by the United States Constitution, and the importance of these rights in sustaining a democratic government.
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JFKSEN-0902-020
This file contains copies and a draft of a speech to be delivered by Senator John F. Kennedy at the Annual Spring Conference of the National Federation of Grain Cooperatives in Washington, D.C. Topics of the speech include the national economy and a need for legislation to strengthen the agricultural industry.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0902-019
This file contains a partial draft and a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the North Carolina Democratic Club annual dinner held in Washington, D.C. In his speech he discusses national security issues, including relations between the United States and Soviet Union. Of note, the partial draft contains notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0902-012
This file contains a copy and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Fifth National Legislative Conference of the Building and Construction Trades Department of the AFL-CIO (American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations) held in Washington, D.C. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses labor-management issues, including a need for legislation to end labor racketeering. Of note is a draft containing notations by the Senator.
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JFKSEN-0902-008
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “The Economic Gap,” given on the floor of the United States Senate. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses economic development efforts in India and the necessity of providing military and economic assistance to underdeveloped countries.
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JFKSEN-0902-007
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech before the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association in Washington, D.C. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses a need to invest in energy infrastructure that will support the agricultural industry.