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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-040
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Marion County Courthouse in Marion, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing a need to strengthen the United States economy and invest in education, natural resource development, and industry as a means to fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-039
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Southern Illinois University stadium in Carbondale, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he appeals for Democratic leadership, discusses a need to revitalize the economy, and the importance of developing strong foreign policy to help fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-038
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Belleville, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing the achievement gap between the United States and Soviet Union, and a need to re-establish the U.S. as a world leader to fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-036
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given in East St. Louis, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing the importance of the campaign and a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader to protect against the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-033
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given in Granite City, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing the role of the President of the United States as Chief Executive, and a need to re-establish the U.S. as a world leader to fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-024
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given before the Polish American Congress in Chicago, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he outlines a seven point foreign policy program to strengthen relations between the United States and Poland, including measures to advance and protect the cause of freedom in Poland and other Eastern European countries under control of the Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-022
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks at City Hall in Chicago, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses Poland’s fight for independence from the Soviet Union, and the responsibility of the United States to advance and protect the cause of freedom throughout the world.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-079
This file contains a transcript and a press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks at the Chicago Stadium in Chicago, Illinois, near the end of the 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks Senator Kennedy reflects on the main messages and goals of his campaign. He describes his vision for a strong America that is dedicated to peace and freedom. Please note, the venue is described in these materials as being held at the Chicago Auditorium and the Chicago Stadium. The correct venue was the Chicago Stadium.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-015
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a street rally in Elgin, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks he discusses communism, political party differences, and the declining prestige of the United States abroad.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-013
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Barrington High School in Barrington, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the need to re-establish the United States as a world leader to fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-006
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at the University of Illinois in Champaign, Illinois, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader in the fight against communism, including a need to increase foreign aid to emerging African countries.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0900-003
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech upon receipt of the Man of the Year Award given by the Polish Daily News in Chicago, Illinois. In his speech the Senator discusses communist influence in Poland and proposes foreign aid measures to decrease Polish dependence on the Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0899-002
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, "The Challenge We Face," given at the National Conference of Christians and Jews dinner in Chicago, Illinois. In his speech the Senator discusses threats posed by the Soviet Union including military power and preparedness, scientific and technological advancements, and economic and political strength.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0898-010
This folder contains a copy and draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at an Economic Club dinner in Chicago, Illinois. In his speech the Senator discusses the global economy, the disparity between industrial and non-industrial countries, and a need for foreign and economic aid to non-industrial countries in order to fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0894-008
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's partial remarks before the Executives' Club in Chicago, Illinois. In his speech the Senator discusses proposals for increased United States involvement in Southeast Asia to address the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0897-014
This folder contains a copy and drafts of a speech by Senator John F. Kennedy given at the annual dinner of the Democratic Party of Cook County in Chicago, Illinois. In his speech the Senator discusses the upcoming elections of 1958 and 1960, Modern Republicanism, the Republican Party's foreign policy record, and foreign aid to Poland. Of note are drafts with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-007
This folder contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy's St. Patrick's Day speech before the Irish Fellowship Club of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois. In his speech the Senator discusses Irish history and the growing threat of Communism. Also included in this folder is a copy of a poem by Thomas Osborne Davis. Of note are drafts with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-081
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America convention in Chicago, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he appeals for Democratic leadership to strengthen the United States and protect against the growing threat of communism, and discusses political party divisions on economic issues, including those relating to labor and housing legislation.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1058-013
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Chicago, Illinois regarding industry, differences between the Democratic and Republican Parties, Soviet Union and colonialism, and United States policy towards Poland and Eastern Europe.
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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
JFKCAMP1960-1058-011
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Illinois concerning Communism, agricultural issues, social services legislation, education, the economy, and the legacy of President Abraham Lincoln.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1027-010
This folder contains press releases and excerpts of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Missouri, and Ohio during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include the Republican Party’s agricultural platform, and the issue of Fidel Castro and Communism in Cuba. Also included in this folder is a message to new voters discussing the importance of young people internationally, and presenting a program for new opportunities in the areas of employment, education, civil rights, and the creation of a Youth Peace Corps.