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Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JTC-02
In this interview Conway discusses working with John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] 1960 presidential campaign; the negative reaction to the choice of Lyndon B. Johnson for JFK’s running mate; labor leadership and JFK’s campaign; unions and the religious issue during the 1960 election; discussing presidential appointments with JFK after the election; Conway’s role in JFK’s Administration; the Housing and Home Finance Agency, legislation, and working with Congress; accelerated public works, the Department of Commerce, and problems with the extent of presidential powers; Walter Reuther and his relationship with JFK; confrontations between Johnson and Robert F. Kennedy [RFK]; working with RFK on civil rights marches and their legislative demands; and interactions with RFK from 1964 through 1968, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RBW-05
Weaver discusses his background and involvement in housing and urban renewal with the Housing and Home Finance Agency. He discusses issues regarding legislation, budgets, and support for his work, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RBW-04
Weaver discusses the contributions of the Kennedy Administration and John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] personality in relation to urban and rural societies and urbanization. He discusses his relationship with White House staff as well as those within the Housing and Home Finance Agency, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RBW-02
Weaver discusses housing and transportation legislation, Congress and their opposition to the bills discussed, as well as grant and loan money negotiations, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RBW-01
Weaver discusses his role as the Administrator of Housing and Home Finance Agency, his acceptance of the position, and the process of appointing staff members. He discusses the Black community, racism, and southern opinion, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-HJM-01
Mields discusses his work in the HHFA and his criticisms of Robert Weaver as an administrator, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-BTM-01
This interview focuses on the workings of the Housing and Home Finance Agency during the Kennedy administration and efforts to include African Americans in public housing, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-MPS-01
This interview focuses on Semer’s responsibilities as General Counsel of the Housing and Home Finance Agency (HHFA), President John F. Kennedy’s active efforts to create affordable housing through legislation, and the role of the HHFA, among other issues.