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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-INC-01
Coggs discusses the 1960 Democratic primary campaign in Wisconsin in Milwaukee’s North Side, John F. Kennedy's positions on civil rights, and Humphrey H. Humphrey’s Wisconsin campaigning efforts, among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JTC-01
In this interview Conway discusses the 1956 Democratic National Convention; early interactions with John F. Kennedy [JFK] and Robert F. Kennedy [RFK]; the McClellan Committee and various hearings; Walter Reuther; RFK’s relationship with Senator John L. McClellan; major events for the United Automobile Workers [UAW] and political factors and decisions; the 1960 Democratic National Convention; the issue of UAW endorsement of a single Democratic presidential candidate in 1960; Lyndon B. Johnson and the UAW; the 1960 presidential primaries and general election; and the attempt to influence JFK’s choice for a running mate in 1960, among other issues.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1026-003
This folder contains copies and press releases of speeches given in Wisconsin by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential primary campaign. Topics include agriculture, preservation of natural resources, civil rights, small business, and disarmament.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1026-002
This folder contains copies and press releases of speeches given in Washington, D.C. and Wisconsin by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential primary campaign. Topics include the dairy industry, preservation of natural resources, the housing industry, and areas for economic improvement. Also included in this folder is an analysis of a voting rights proposal.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-008
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin. In his speeches Senator Kennedy discusses disarmament, civil rights, labor, the economy, international relations, and education.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-025
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Wisconsin titled, “Protecting the Right to Vote.” In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the fundamental importance of the right to vote, and introduces measures to protect voting rights and against voter discrimination.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-021
This folder contains remarks by Senator John F. Kennedy during a reception at a Jewish community center. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses civil rights and the importance of equality and outlines a legislative program to end discriminatory practices.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1048-009
This folder contains press releases of remarks made by Senator John F. Kennedy during the 1960 presidential campaign concerning Nevada; the presidential primary elections in Indiana, Maryland, and Oregon; the Labor Law Advisory Panel; Senator Kennedy’s proposed Eastern European policy; agriculture; the protection of voting rights; the Senate Rackets Committee; water pollution; and the selection of Connecticut Congressman Chester Bowles as foreign policy adviser to Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign. Also included in this folder are Senator Kennedy’s tour schedules for Connecticut, Indiana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, West Virginia, and Wisconsin during the presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1043-001
This folder contains correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from Wisconsin, press releases, and a tour schedule. Topics include Senator Kennedy’s visits to Wisconsin, civil rights, state taxes, and agriculture.