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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-LEM-02
In this interview Martin discusses African American voters in the 1960 presidential election; dealing with African American press during John F. Kennedy's [JFK] 1960 presidential campaign; Lyndon B. Johnson’s vice-presidential nomination and African American press; getting prominent African Americans to endorse JFK; the telephone call from JFK to Coretta Scott King, 1960; and mobilizing the African American vote for JFK in different American cities in 1960, among other issues.
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R. Sargent Shriver Personal Papers
RSSPP-246-007
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0900-010
This file contains a copy of an article from the Boston Irish Echo newspaper, featuring excerpts from Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech before the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick annual dinner in Baltimore, Maryland on 17 March 1957. In his speech the Senator discusses Ireland’s fight for independence from England and the Irish Rebellion of 1641.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0900-004
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Westinghouse Broadcasting Company (WBC) 2nd Conference in Public Service Programming in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator discusses how the expansion of radio and television programming has shaped political proceedings, campaigns, and speeches. He goes on to discuss the roles politicians and broadcasters play as public servants, and the need for broadcasters to keep public interest in mind when covering political topics. Of note is a draft of the speech with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0900-001
This file contains a copy and draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the United Nations Association of Maryland dinner in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator discusses the role of the United Nations in diplomacy and foreign policy efforts to meet global challenges, and the need for United States cooperation with the U.N. to secure regions under communist influence, specifically the Middle East and India. Of note is a draft with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0899-012
This folder contains a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Loyola College (later known as Loyola University) annual alumni banquet in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator compares the education systems in the United States and Soviet Union and discusses the support for scientific and technological advancement in the Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0898-012
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Teachers’ Association convention in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator discusses the role of teachers in shaping the minds of future leaders, and a need for greater scholarship in politics.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0893-006
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech to the Young Democratic Club in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator discusses the results of the 1952 election, economic and social policies and programs of President Dwight D. Eisenhower's administration since taking office, and a need for the Democratic Party to renew its purpose and ideals. Also included in this folder is a copy of the Senator's speech to the National Women's Democratic Club of Washington, D.C.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0896-011
This folder contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the annual banquet of the Histadrut Zionist Organization in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator discusses Israel and seven factors influencing the future of the Middle East including oil, the Soviet Union, nationalism, Egypt, and Israel.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-023
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a rally in Baltimore, Maryland during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses differences between the political parties, and a need for Democratic leadership to address domestic and international concerns.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-048
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at Towson Shopping Center in Baltimore, Maryland during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader to protect against the growing threat of communism.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-18211
Dora and Jacob Blackburn of Baltimore, Maryland present a portrait of President John F. Kennedy made of ribbon and postage stamps to Presidential Assistant John J. “Jack” McNally (far right). East Wing, White House, Washington, D.C. [The portrait is currently located at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum as MO 63.292]
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-18210
Dora and Jacob Blackburn of Baltimore, Maryland present a portrait of President John F. Kennedy made of ribbon and postage stamps to Presidential Assistant John J. “Jack” McNally (far right). East Wing, White House, Washington, D.C. [The portrait is currently located at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum as MO 63.292]