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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-REH-01
In this interview Hedrick discusses how he first became interested in John F. Kennedy [JFK] as a presidential candidate and initial interactions with him; the 1960 West Virginia [WV] presidential primary; the economics of Randolph County, WV; the issue of religion during JFK’s 1960 campaign; the Douglas Committee and legislation; forestry and Randolph County’s economy; Hubert H. Humphrey’s campaign in Randolph County during the 1960 primary; mining communities in southern WV; which of JFK’s domestic policies played well in WV; the students and faculty of Randolph County colleges and JFK’s campaign; Republican hostility towards JFK versus religious hostility in the 1960 election; the impact of JFK’s war record on the WV vote; how the JFK campaign helped WV’s national image and reputation; and the 1960 Democratic National Convention, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JAMB-01
Burns discusses the assessments of John F. Kennedy that he made in his book, Kennedy and Theodore C. Sorensen’s critiques of the book, the authorship of Profiles in Courage, and whether or not Kennedy’s decision-making involved emotion, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-TGW-01
In this interview Wicker discusses early impressions of John F. Kennedy [JFK], 1952–1961; Lyndon B. Johnson campaigning for JFK in the South, 1960; Richard M. Nixon and Henry Cabot Lodge’s 1960 presidential campaign; JFK and Johnson in the August 1960 special session of Congress; Wicker’s first interview with President JFK for the New York Times, 1961; building a rapport with JFK’s staff; various Times articles, by Wicker and others, about the Kennedy Administration and White House reactions to them; Wicker’s arguments with Pierre E.G. Salinger over certain articles; year-end briefings in Palm Beach; and President JFK’s press conferences, among other issues.
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Edward M. Kennedy Senate Files
EMKSEN-AU0008-016-001
Sound recording of the radio program "Face Off." Senator Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy of Massachusetts and Senator Alan K. "Al" Simpson of Wyoming debate developments in South Africa, including the release of Nelson Mandela from prison and the legalization of the African National Congress and other political parties. They discuss whether U.S. economic sanctions against South Africa should continue in opposition to apartheid. The episode aired on Monday, March 19, 1990, on the Mutual Broadcasting System.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-193-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at a breakfast held at the Hollywood Palladium for the Women's Division of the Democratic State Central Committee of California. In his speech the President identifies four major issues facing the country: civil rights, education, unemployment, and economic lethargy.
Sound recording
Edward M. Kennedy Senate Files
EMKSEN-AU0009-007-015
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 views of the Democratic and Republican parties on the role of government in managing the economy and recovering from recession. Senator Kennedy comments on the theory of 30-year cycles of progress. The episode aired on Friday, January 3, 1992, on the Mutual Broadcasting System.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-058
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Joplin, Missouri during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator appeals for leadership and change, and discusses the failure of the Republican administration to address economic concerns, including those related to the mining industry.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-036
This file contains a copy of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in London, Ohio during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator appeals for leadership and change, and discusses political party divisions on economic issues, including those related to the agricultural industry.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-033
This file contains copies of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Dayton, Ohio during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include the failure of the Republican administration to address economic concerns in the agricultural industry, and a need for a foreign policy program to fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-026
This file contains a copy of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Kittanning, Pennsylvania during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses political party divisions on economic and national security issues, including a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader to fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-022
This file contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Sharon, Pennsylvania during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the failure of the Republican administration to address domestic issues, including those relating to the local economy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-018
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Michigan State Capitol building in Lansing, Michigan during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he appeals for leadership and change, and discusses a need to strengthen the economy and reduce unemployment.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-002
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at an Associated Business Publications conference held at the Biltmore Hotel in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the failure of the Republican administration to resolve economic issues, and proposes a policy to stabilize and strengthen the economy. Also included are press releases from the Democratic National Committee containing the Senator's speech.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-055
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Louisville, Kentucky fair grounds during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses political party divisions on economic issues, a need to revitalize the United States economy through natural resource research and development, an adequate food surplus program, increased farm income, and medical care for the elderly. Also included is a transcript from the question and answer session following the Senator’s speech.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-053
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a courthouse in Terre Haute, Indiana during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses economic concerns, including those relating to the agricultural industry; differences between the political parties; and a need for Democratic leadership.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-052
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Anderson, Indiana during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he makes an appeal for Democratic leadership, and discusses economic concerns 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-0912-050
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Muncie, Indiana during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he appeals for Democratic leadership and discusses the failure of the Republican administration to address economic concerns.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-049
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given in Pendleton, Indiana during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing a need for new leadership to address economic concerns.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-040
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Marion County Courthouse in Marion, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing a need to strengthen the United States economy and invest in education, natural resource development, and industry as a means to fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-039
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Southern Illinois University stadium in Carbondale, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he appeals for Democratic leadership, discusses a need to revitalize the economy, and the importance of developing strong foreign policy to help fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-020
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Amsterdam, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing a need for legislation to resolve economic issues, including those related to industry, labor, and natural resource development.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-012
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Lockport, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks he discusses a need to strengthen the United States through economic stimulus programs, increasing Federal defense contracts, and passing legislation to revitalize economically depressed regions.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-061
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the South Bay Shopping Center in Redondo Beach, California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the philosophical differences between the political parties and the need to move the country forward.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-058
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a first time voters convocation at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator describes the differences between his positions and those of Vice President Nixon in such areas as the economy and national prestige. There is also a transcript of the question and answer period that followed, where Kennedy discusses the practical differences between the Democratic and Republican parties as well as the three issues on which he and Nixon most differ.
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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.