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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1023-027
This folder contains quotes by Richard M. Nixon regarding issues of government spending and social programs including Social Security, public assistance, and health care for the aged.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1058-012
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Illinois concerning education, Communism, social security, the aged, international relations, employment, and discrepancies between Vice President Richard M. Nixon’s voting record and campaign platform. Also included in this folder is Senator Kennedy’s schedule and travel itinerary for Illinois.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1104-036
This folder contains memoranda and data sheets concerning Senator John F. Kennedy’s background, military record, and legislative record. Topics include medical research, urban affairs, freedom of information, natural resources, economic growth, unemployment, education, defense and disarmament, social security, senior citizens, space, highways and transportation, and foreign policy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1032-014
This folder contains remarks titled, “Three Neglected Groups,” made by Senator John F. Kennedy in Superior, Wisconsin concerning economic hardships for the unemployed, underpaid, and aged citizens, and discussing legislation to improve their quality of life.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1032-012
This folder contains excerpts from a speech made by Senator John F. Kennedy titled, "Remembering Our Older Citizens," discussing a need to improve programs and services for the aged, including medical care, housing, and an increase in social security payments to keep up with the cost of living.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1032-009
This folder contains copies of the Congressional Record and a speech titled, “New Frontiers for Our Older Citizens,” given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Hyde Park, New York at a memorial program for the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Social Security Act. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the importance of the Social Security program for aged citizens and proposes an expansion of the program to include additional benefits, a housing program, and a national health care program.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1032-008
This folder contains a Congressional Record and copies of speeches made by Senator John F. Kennedy in Michigan, Oregon, and Wisconsin concerning legislation for a national medical insurance program to assist aged citizens with health care costs.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1032-007
This folder contains copies of speeches made by Senator John F. Kennedy in Maryland concerning the aged; unemployment and the Area Redevelopment Act; and five areas in need of new Democratic programs, including automation, nuclear testing, and agriculture.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1032-006
This folder contains Senator John F. Kennedy’s introduction to a Medical Care Bill that would help aged citizens with health care costs.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-013
This folder contains copies of the Congressional Record containing a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at a commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Social Security Act in Hyde Park, New York. In his speech the Senator remarks on the importance of the Social Security program and discusses current issues facing the aged.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1048-011
This folder contains press releases concerning the 1960 presidential campaign; unemployment insurance; agriculture; appropriations for soil conservation, watershed development, and flood control; aid for small businesses; labor, water pollution control; social security; presidential primary elections in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Wisconsin; and Senator John F. Kennedy’s tour schedules for Indiana, Oregon, and West Virginia.