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Edward M. Kennedy Senate Files
EMKSEN-AU0009-015-016
Sound recording of the radio program "Face Off." Senator Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy of Massachusetts and Senator Alan K. "Al" Simpson of Wyoming debate the potential impact of a free trade agreement with Mexico and the proper procedural course for approving such an agreement. Senator Kennedy mentions President John F. Kennedy's Alliance for Progress program, intended to encourage economic cooperation between the United States and Latin America. The episode aired on Thursday, July 23, 1992, on the Mutual Broadcasting System.
Sound recording
Edward M. Kennedy Senate Files
EMKSEN-AU0009-030-008
Sound recording of the radio program "Face Off." Senator Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy of Massachusetts and Senator Alan K. "Al" Simpson of Wyoming debate labor union opposition to the proposed North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) between the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and comment on the continuing trade negotiations with Mexico. Senator Kennedy mentions President John F. Kennedy's Alliance for Progress program, intended to encourage economic cooperation between the U.S. and Latin America. The episode aired on Friday, July 2, 1993, on the Mutual Broadcasting System.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-110-005
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s address at a luncheon held in his honor by the President of Mexico Adolfo López Mateos, at the National Palace in Mexico City, Mexico. In his speech President Kennedy identifies the primary goals of the Alliance for Progress, and discusses the two countries' shared history of revolution. The recording cuts off briefly during parts of the President’s remarks.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-110-004
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks upon arriving at the Mexico City International Airport in Mexico City, Mexico. In his speech President Kennedy discusses the goals of the Alliance for Progress, explains the significance of Pan-American relations, and thanks President Adolfo López Mateos and the people of Mexico for their warm welcome.
Sound recording
Edward M. Kennedy Senate Files
EMKSEN-AU0009-008-007
Sound recording of the radio program "Face Off." Senator Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy of Massachusetts and Senator Alan K. "Al" Simpson of Wyoming debate the potential advantages and disadvantages of a proposed free trade agreement between the United States and Mexico. Senator Kennedy mentions President John F. Kennedy's Alliance for Progress program, intended to encourage economic cooperation between the U.S. and Latin America. The episode aired on Thursday, January 16, 1992, on the Mutual Broadcasting System.