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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
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JABB-01
Brennan discusses the 1960 primary campaign in Wisconsin, John F. Kennedy’s (JFK) campaign visits to Wisconsin, and the reasons why JFK lost Wisconsin to Richard Milhous Nixon in the general election, among other issues.
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1962-05-12-C
ST10
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-1103-018
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at a Milwaukee Gridiron dinner in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Topics of his speech include a need for effective leadership to address the growing threat of Communism, and the 1960 presidential election. The copy has notations by Senator Kennedy.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-004
This file contains a copy and press releases of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the failure of the Republican administration to address concerns over nuclear disarmament. Also included is a copy of a telegram sent by the Senator to Vice President Richard M. Nixon regarding United States relations with Cuba.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0973-023
This folder contains signatures of individuals attending receptions in Milwaukee, Wisconsin as part of Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0902-022
This file contains copies and partial copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at a Milwaukee Gridiron dinner in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Topics of his speech include a need for effective leadership to address the growing threat of Communism, and the 1960 Presidential election.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0901-010
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner in Milwaukee, Wisconsin discussing the role of the Democratic Party and issues facing the nation, including the economic recession. Of note is a draft with notations by Senator Kennedy.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0908-001
This file contains copies of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In his speech titled, “Labor: The Source of American Strength,” he discusses the enduring achievements of the labor movement and proposes expansion of labor programs to address issues of minimum wage, unemployment benefits, and an aging workforce. Also included are copies of the Senator’s remarks discussing a need for foreign policy measures to stop the spread of communism in Eastern Europe.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-032
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Should Nuclear Tests be Resumed,” discussing a potential need to resume nuclear testing for national security purposes despite the negative health effects of radiation exposure.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-031
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Our Goals in This Campaign,” given in Milwaukee, Wisconsin discussing the Wisconsin state presidential primary and outlining his 1960 presidential campaign platform.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-023
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Our Stake in Berlin,” given at the University of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In the speech Senator Kennedy discusses the differences between East and West Berlin, the spirit and diversity of Berliners, and Berlin as a symbol of determination in the struggle against communism and pressures by the Soviet Union.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-022
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Civil Rights for All Americans,” given at a reception at the Jewish Community Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In the speech he discusses the importance of the 14th and 15th Constitutional Amendments and the Civil Rights Act of 1957 to democracy, and proposes revising legislation to create enforcement provisions guaranteeing the right to vote for every citizen. Of note, the draft contains notations by the Senator.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-020
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Protecting the Right to Vote,” given in Milwaukee, Wisconsin discussing the Civil Rights Act of 1957 and a need to revise the legislation to include an enforcement provision ensuring the right to vote.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0905-008
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “The Years the Locusts Have Eaten,” given at a Democratic Party of Wisconsin convention held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In the speech he discusses the 1960 presidential campaign, concerns over the growing influence of communism, and the achievement gap between the United States and Soviet Union.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0905-002
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Pulaski Day dinner in Milwaukee, Wisconsin discussing Polish independence from Communist rule.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0904-004
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a District Attorney’s Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin discussing the harmful effects of labor racketeering and a need for legislation to end it.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-193-2-62
President John F. Kennedy delivers an address at the Jefferson-Jackson Day annual Democratic Party fundraising dinner at the Milwaukee Arena in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. A photograph of Governor of Wisconsin, Gaylord Nelson, hangs above President Kennedy.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-193-3-62
View of the Milwaukee Arena in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, during the Jefferson-Jackson Day annual Democratic Party fundraising dinner.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-193-1-62
View of the Milwaukee Arena in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, during the Jefferson-Jackson Day annual Democratic Party fundraising dinner.