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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-WAH-01
In this interview Harriman discusses early interactions with John F. Kennedy [JFK], from 1945 to 1956; the 1956 and 1960 Democratic National Conventions; helping get JFK the votes from New York state for the presidential nomination; traveling to Africa in 1960 and the problems with the Department of State’s work there; meeting with JFK and discussing various presidential appointments between JFK’s election and inauguration; and the religious demographics in New York state and how they impacted JFK’s 1960 victory, among other issues.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-004
This file consists of a Democratic National Committee press release containing Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at a dinner held by the Democratic National and State Committees at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the strategic importance of the islands of Quemoy (also known as Kinmen) and Matsu in maintaining peace and national security, and addresses concerns over Vice President Richard M. Nixon’s position on the issue.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-003
This file contains press releases by the Democratic National Committee containing Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given before the National Council of Women at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses United States foreign policy measures that contribute to the rise of communism in Africa; and a need for a multi-national development loan fund to provide educational programs, and agricultural and economic aid to emerging African nations.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-021
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Democratic fundraising dinner in Syracuse, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the failure of Vice President Richard M. Nixon and the Republican administration to stop the spread of communism. Also included is a transcript from the question and answer period following the Senator’s speech.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-035
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Staten Island, New York City, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the philosophical differences between the political parties and states that the United States cannot afford to be second best to the Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-034
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Sunnyside Gardens in Queens, New York City, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses areas where he and Vice President Nixon disagree, including the prestige of the United States and the leadership needed to move the country forward.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-028
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given to the Trade Union Council of the Liberal Party of New York State, in New York City, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the international prestige of the United States, employment and industrial capacity, and the need for the country to speak for freedom around the world.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-033
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks at a women’s Democratic luncheon in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks he discusses the role of the United Nations in securing peace around the world, and a need to re-establish United States leadership in the U.N. to ensure peace through disarmament, military preparedness, and strong international relations.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1025-009
This folder contains excerpts and press releases of speeches given in New Hampshire, New York, and Wisconsin by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential primary campaign. Topics include funding for natural resources and conservation projects; the dairy industry; Africa; Communism in Eastern Europe; and legislation for unemployment, education, and health care for the aged.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1059-004
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in New York concerning the economy, social services legislation, Communism, the Soviet Union, international relations, and labor.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-011
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Connecticut, Illinois, New York, Ohio, and Virginia. In his speeches Senator Kennedy discusses the economy, labor, international relations, education, and the need for strong Democratic leadership to achieve change and improve domestic policies.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-007
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Florida, Kansas, Missouri, and New York. In his speeches Senator Kennedy discusses the legacy of the Democratic Party, international relations, Communism, national security and defense, civil rights, labor, and the economy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1027-014
This folder contains Senator John F. Kennedy’s itinerary for New England and copies of speeches given in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include a proposal for a Peace Corps, education, the economy, and support in the election. Also included in this folder is a transcript from a television program in which Senator Kennedy answers questions regarding religion, Communism, Fidel Castro, agriculture, and foreign policy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1027-005
This folder contains press releases, statements, speeches, and transcripts of press conferences given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Alaska, California, Idaho, Maine, Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania, Oregon, and Washington during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics addressed include voter registration, labor, legislation and congressional relations, the 1960 campaign, natural resources, Communism, Latin America, and the Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1026-009
This folder contains copies, excerpts, and press releases of speeches given in California, Michigan, New Mexico, New York, South Dakota, and Washington, D.C. by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include agriculture, differences between the Democratic and Republican Parties, and challenges ahead for the 1960s. Also included in this folder is a speech titled, “A Time for Decision,” given by Senator Kennedy on the floor of the United States Senate. In the speech the Senator addresses relations between the United States and the Soviet Union; Communism; disarmament; the importance of scientific development in the United States; and aid to areas in need, such as Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and China.