Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1030-003
This folder consists of copies of a Congressional Record containing an address by Senator John F. Kennedy at the Zionist Organization of America convention in New York City titled, “American Leadership for Peace in the Middle East.” In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses Israel’s history, offers his support for all countries in the Middle East, and argues against an arms race between Israel and other Middle Eastern nations.