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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-003
This folder contains copies and a draft of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the New York Herald Tribune luncheon. In his speech the Senator discusses his book, “Profiles in Courage,” and the need for courage among citizens and elected officials who are often required to make difficult and unpopular decisions.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0902-027
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech before the American Women in Radio and Television in New York City, New York discussing expanded roles and opportunities for women in news media and politics. Also included is a copy of Senator Kennedy's speech titled, “The Continuing Issues of Labor Reform,” addressing a need for legislation to end labor racketeering.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-016
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at a press conference at the Overseas Press Club in New York City. In his remarks he discusses the history of American immigration and the role of the foreign press in helping immigrants assimilate, maintaining multiculturalism in America, and reporting on news from abroad.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1060-018
This folder contains a transcript of a press conference given by Pierre Salinger, Press Secretary to President-elect John F. Kennedy, and Secretary of Agriculture designate Orville Freeman at the Stanhope Hotel in New York City. Mr. Salinger begins with a brief statement on a farm program conference attended by various leaders in the agricultural community. Following his statement, Secretary-designate Freeman and Mr. Salinger go on to answer various questions from the press on a variety of topics including attendees of the conference, President-elect Kennedy’s agricultural platform, and agricultural legislation.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1060-008
This folder contains a transcript of a press conference given by President-elect John F. Kennedy and Congressman Stewart L. Udall at the Hotel Carlyle in New York City. President-elect Kennedy begins the press conference by announcing the appointment of Congressman Udall as Secretary of the Interior and is followed with a statement by Secretary-designate Udall. The President-elect and Secretary-designate go on to answer questions from the press on a variety of topics including the economy, Native American affairs, recreational resources, and other Cabinet appointments.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1030-029
This folder contains a transcript of a press conference given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the Overseas Press Club in New York City. In his remarks the Senator discusses the function of the foreign language press, including assisting immigrants with their transition into the United States and exposing problems of new immigrants and their home countries to U.S. citizens.