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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RFK-04
In this interview Robert F. Kennedy [RFK] discusses American aid to Argentina; American, British, and French involvement in Africa; the 1962 executive order about segregation in federally-funded housing; appointing African-American judges; changes John F. Kennedy [JFK] was contemplating in the Alliance for Progress; the Dominican crisis; the wheat sale to the Soviet Union; the Bobby Baker case; preparing for JFK’s 1964 campaign; RFK’s return to work after JFK’s assassination and disagreements among the Cabinet members and under President Lyndon B. Johnson; changes in White House staff and the Democratic Party; RFK’s political plans for after 1964; and JFK’s opinions of his staff and appointees, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JKJ-01
In this interview Javits discusses first meeting John F. Kennedy [JFK] in 1946; working with JFK in the House of Representatives on housing and veterans issues and in the Senate on different pieces of legislation; the confrontation between Javits and JFK in the Senate on medicare; social interactions with Senator JFK; JFK’s occasional “offbeat position;” the 1960 presidential election; and JFK’s sense of humor, among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-RE-03
Eldridge discusses Robert F. Kennedy’s 1968 presidential campaign and the Coalition for a Democratic Alternative in New York, among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JJB-03
Burns discusses Lyndon Baines Johnson’s hostility towards Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) and RFK’s associates; and RFK's involvement in the 1965 New York City mayoral race, the 1966 New York gubernatorial race, and the 1967 New York constitutional convention, among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-TMJ-01
Johnston discusses RFK’s presidential candidacy announcement and key advisers in his campaign, among other issues.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-136-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks in support of New York gubernatorial candidate Robert Morgenthau recorded at the Carlyle Hotel in New York City. In his remarks President Kennedy discusses the importance of electing Democratic representatives from New York in the upcoming 1962 congressional elections in order for the nation to progress in areas such as employment, economic growth, and social services. The recording contains multiple segments and includes remarks from Robert Morgenthau.
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1962-06-06-A
ST11
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1963-04-01-B
AR34, ST22
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-048
This file contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the intersection of Fulton and Nostrand Streets in Brooklyn, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses differences between the political parties, including on issues of civil rights.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-047
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at Martin’s store on Fulton and Duffield streets in Brooklyn, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks the Senator makes an appeal to voters to support Democratic leadership and discusses differences between the political parties.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-008
This file contains a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at a rally on 116th Street in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks he discusses a need to ensure equal opportunity for all Americans. Also included is a draft of the Senator’s speech given at a public rally at the Hotel Theresa in Harlem, New York City discussing his record on civil rights legislation. Of note, the draft contains notations by the Senator.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-007
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a public rally at the Hotel Theresa in Harlem, New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator compares his record on civil rights legislation to the record of Vice President Richard M. Nixon, and discusses the role of the United States as a model of a free and Democratic society.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-006
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Roosevelt Raceway in Mineola, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses differences between the political parties and the importance of equal rights for all Americans.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-004
This file consists of a Democratic National Committee press release containing Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at a dinner held by the Democratic National and State Committees at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the strategic importance of the islands of Quemoy (also known as Kinmen) and Matsu in maintaining peace and national security, and addresses concerns over Vice President Richard M. Nixon’s position on the issue.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-002
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at an Associated Business Publications conference held at the Biltmore Hotel in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the failure of the Republican administration to resolve economic issues, and proposes a policy to stabilize and strengthen the economy. Also included are press releases from the Democratic National Committee containing the Senator's speech.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-021
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Democratic fundraising dinner in Syracuse, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the failure of Vice President Richard M. Nixon and the Republican administration to stop the spread of communism. Also included is a transcript from the question and answer period following the Senator’s speech.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-020
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Amsterdam, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing a need for legislation to resolve economic issues, including those related to industry, labor, and natural resource development.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-017
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the New York State Capitol in Albany, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses concerns over the growing influence of communism and the role of the United States as a model for other nations of a free and Democratic society.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-016
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Buffalo Memorial Auditorium in Buffalo, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the importance of the campaign, the failure of the Republican administration to develop an adequate food surplus program, and the growing influence of communism.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-015
This file contains a press release from the Democratic National Committee containing Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a senior citizens meeting held at Kleinham’s Music Hall in Buffalo, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the failure of the Republic administration to revise Social Security legislation to protect the elderly against rising medical costs.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-013
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in North Tonawanda, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing differences between the political parties and a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914a-006
This file contains a photocopy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a rally on 90th Street in New York City, New York, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator compares the two political parties and asks for voters' support during the final days of the campaign.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-035
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Staten Island, New York City, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the philosophical differences between the political parties and states that the United States cannot afford to be second best to the Soviet Union.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-030
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at New York University in Washington Square, New York City, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the differences between the political parties, the failures of the Eisenhower administration, and the need for new solutions.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-027
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at an Amalgamated Clothing Workers rally in Union Square, New York City, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the differences between the political parties, immigration, medical care for older citizens, and the need to move the country forward.