Series 1: Weekly Radio Reports from the House of Representatives, 1963-1968
Series 2: Campaign Audio, 1966-1976
Series 3: Interviews and Other Radio Appearances, 1963-1979
Abstract (Dublin Core)
The Dole Audio Reels Collection contains 87 audio reels. The majority of the content are radio appearances, notably Weekly Radio Reports from the 1960s and various interviews. Additional content includes campaign commercials, press conferences, and other recorded statements.
In this weekly address, Congressman Bob Dole discusses the future of wheat legislation for the year, and urges those affected to write in and express their opinions on the matter. Dole feels that Agriculture Secretary Freeman and the Administration will not pursue any new legislation, and has sent Freeman a letter seeking clarification. He closes the broadcast by discussing whether farmers will lose history if they overplant their allotments in the event of no new legislation.
In this interview, Senator Bob Dole, in his capacity as Republican National Chairman, explains his support for President Richard Nixon. He focuses on the war in Vietnam, Nixon’s desire to achieve peace there, and the successes of 'Vietnamization.'
Senator Bob Dole discusses the upcoming State of the Union address and President Nixon’s plans to implement a host of new programs. He also states that with the economy improving and the war winding down, he thinks Nixon will be re-elected.
In this weekly radio report, Congressman Bob Dole discusses foreign aid and the recent House vote to remove $585 billion from the foreign aid authorization bill, which President Kennedy called partisan and irresponsible. Dole explains how this move was backed by several Democrats – including committee chairmen – and then delves into Kennedy’s record in Congress, illustrating that he once also believed cutting foreign aid was essential.
Weekly Radio Report: Wheat Legislation In this weekly address, Congressman Bob Dole discusses the future of wheat legislation for the year, and urges those affected to write in and express their opinions on the matter. Dole feels that Agriculture Secretary Freeman and the Administration will not pursue any new legislation, and has sent Freeman a letter seeking clarification. He closes the broadcast by discussing whether farmers will lose history if they overplant their allotments in the event of no new legislation.