Correspondence Between Senator Bob Dole and a Constituent Regarding America's Strengths for a Bicentennial Exhibit
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- Correspondence Between Senator Bob Dole and a Constituent Regarding America's Strengths for a Bicentennial Exhibit
- Date (Dublin Core)
- 1975-08-11
- Date Created (Dublin Core)
- 1975-08-11
- Congress (Dublin Core)
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Topics (Dublin Core)
- See all items with this valueAmerican Revolution Bicentennial, 1976
- Policy Area (Curation)
- Government Operations and Politics
- Creator (Dublin Core)
- Dole, Robert J., 1923-2021
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- correspondence
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- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/CNE/1.0/
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- eng
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- https://dolearchivecollections.ku.edu/index.php?p=collections/findingaid&id=31&q=
- Physical Location (Dublin Core)
- Collection 002, Box 234, Folder 5
- Institution (Dublin Core)
- Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
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- Robert J. Dole Senate Papers-Constituent Relations, 1969-1996
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(Page 1)
(handwritten) Bicentennial
August 15, 1975
{redacted}
{redacted}
Glenview, Illinois 60025
Dear {redacted}:
Thank you for your letter requesting that I relate some of my thoughts about America's strengths.
By far, our nation's greatest strength is the American people themselves. The pioneer spirit which enabled a handful of settlers to establish the United States as an experiment in democracy and to make this experiment an undeniable success is still a strong force in our society. The willingness of the American public to enthusiastically tackle projects which may appear impossible to less optimistic individuals has been demonstrated time and time again. This enthusiasm has been responsible for the remarkable amount of success we have had in overcoming the problems besetting our nation.
In addition, the American tradition of private enterprise and individual initiative is a tremendous source of our nation's strength. An individual who is willing to work hard knows that the opportunity to better himself is available to him. He is able to feel a sense of pride in his own accomplishments and is personally rewarded for his efforts. This is the best possible sort of incentive to ensure the continued growth of our country.
Many people today feel that our problems are insurmountable. However, I could not disagree more. The solid traditions upon which our nation's sustained success has rested are still alive and thriving in this country. As long as we Americans continue to cherish these traditions, no difficulties will be big enough to prevent our remaining as an example to the world of the inherent strength of a country which puts the final authority in the hands of citizens themselves. I have faith that the American public will build a future which is consistent with the ideals upon which our nation was founded and which have been strengthened with the passage of time.
Again, thanks for writing. Best of luck with your Bicentennial project.
Sincerely yours,
BOB DOLE
United States Senate
BD:skh
(Page 2)
{redacted}
Glenview, Illinois 60025
August 11, 1975
Senator Bob Dole
2327 Dirksen Office Building
Washington, D. C. 20510
Dear Senator Dole:
Today in the mist of trouble, we Americans still have much for which to be thankful.
I am preparing a Bicentennial exhibit for my local library and my purpose is to show how much good there is in America - something in this time of economic instability many countrymen overlook.
Would you be so kind as to send me your thoughts on what you believe to be America's greatest strengths.
If such a project was undertaken 200 years ago, I am sure we would find the answers then to be inspirational and indicative of the American spirit.
Your cooperation and attention is most appreciated.
Very truly yours,
{redacted}
(stamp)
SENATOR BOB DOLE
RECEIVED AUG 14 1975 -
(Page 1)
(handwritten) Bicentennial
August 15, 1975
{redacted}
{redacted}
Glenview, Illinois 60025
Dear {redacted}:
Thank you for your letter requesting that I relate some of my thoughts about America's strengths.
By far, our nation's greatest strength is the American people themselves. The pioneer spirit which enabled a handful of settlers to establish the United States as an experiment in democracy and to make this experiment an undeniable success is still a strong force in our society. The willingness of the American public to enthusiastically tackle projects which may appear impossible to less optimistic individuals has been demonstrated time and time again. This enthusiasm has been responsible for the remarkable amount of success we have had in overcoming the problems besetting our nation.
In addition, the American tradition of private enterprise and individual initiative is a tremendous source of our nation's strength. An individual who is willing to work hard knows that the opportunity to better himself is available to him. He is able to feel a sense of pride in his own accomplishments and is personally rewarded for his efforts. This is the best possible sort of incentive to ensure the continued growth of our country.
Many people today feel that our problems are insurmountable. However, I could not disagree more. The solid traditions upon which our nation's sustained success has rested are still alive and thriving in this country. As long as we Americans continue to cherish these traditions, no difficulties will be big enough to prevent our remaining as an example to the world of the inherent strength of a country which puts the final authority in the hands of citizens themselves. I have faith that the American public will build a future which is consistent with the ideals upon which our nation was founded and which have been strengthened with the passage of time.
Again, thanks for writing. Best of luck with your Bicentennial project.
Sincerely yours,
BOB DOLE
United States Senate
BD:skh
(Page 2)
{redacted}
Glenview, Illinois 60025
August 11, 1975
Senator Bob Dole
2327 Dirksen Office Building
Washington, D. C. 20510
Dear Senator Dole:
Today in the mist of trouble, we Americans still have much for which to be thankful.
I am preparing a Bicentennial exhibit for my local library and my purpose is to show how much good there is in America - something in this time of economic instability many countrymen overlook.
Would you be so kind as to send me your thoughts on what you believe to be America's greatest strengths.
If such a project was undertaken 200 years ago, I am sure we would find the answers then to be inspirational and indicative of the American spirit.
Your cooperation and attention is most appreciated.
Very truly yours,
{redacted}
(stamp)
SENATOR BOB DOLE
RECEIVED AUG 14 1975 -
(Page 1)
(handwritten) Bicentennial
August 15, 1975
{redacted}
{redacted}
Glenview, Illinois 60025
Dear {redacted}:
Thank you for your letter requesting that I relate some of my thoughts about America's strengths.
By far, our nation's greatest strength is the American people themselves. The pioneer spirit which enabled a handful of settlers to establish the United States as an experiment in democracy and to make this experiment an undeniable success is still a strong force in our society. The willingness of the American public to enthusiastically tackle projects which may appear impossible to less optimistic individuals has been demonstrated time and time again. This enthusiasm has been responsible for the remarkable amount of success we have had in overcoming the problems besetting our nation.
In addition, the American tradition of private enterprise and individual initiative is a tremendous source of our nation's strength. An individual who is willing to work hard knows that the opportunity to better himself is available to him. He is able to feel a sense of pride in his own accomplishments and is personally rewarded for his efforts. This is the best possible sort of incentive to ensure the continued growth of our country.
Many people today feel that our problems are insurmountable. However, I could not disagree more. The solid traditions upon which our nation's sustained success has rested are still alive and thriving in this country. As long as we Americans continue to cherish these traditions, no difficulties will be big enough to prevent our remaining as an example to the world of the inherent strength of a country which puts the final authority in the hands of citizens themselves. I have faith that the American public will build a future which is consistent with the ideals upon which our nation was founded and which have been strengthened with the passage of time.
Again, thanks for writing. Best of luck with your Bicentennial project.
Sincerely yours,
BOB DOLE
United States Senate
BD:skh
(Page 2)
{redacted}
Glenview, Illinois 60025
August 11, 1975
Senator Bob Dole
2327 Dirksen Office Building
Washington, D. C. 20510
Dear Senator Dole:
Today in the mist of trouble, we Americans still have much for which to be thankful.
I am preparing a Bicentennial exhibit for my local library and my purpose is to show how much good there is in America - something in this time of economic instability many countrymen overlook.
Would you be so kind as to send me your thoughts on what you believe to be America's greatest strengths.
If such a project was undertaken 200 years ago, I am sure we would find the answers then to be inspirational and indicative of the American spirit.
Your cooperation and attention is most appreciated.
Very truly yours,
{redacted}
(stamp)
SENATOR BOB DOLE
RECEIVED AUG 14 1975 -
(Page 1)
(handwritten) Bicentennial
August 15, 1975
{redacted}
{redacted}
Glenview, Illinois 60025
Dear {redacted}:
Thank you for your letter requesting that I relate some of my thoughts about America's strengths.
By far, our nation's greatest strength is the American people themselves. The pioneer spirit which enabled a handful of settlers to establish the United States as an experiment in democracy and to make this experiment an undeniable success is still a strong force in our society. The willingness of the American public to enthusiastically tackle projects which may appear impossible to less optimistic individuals has been demonstrated time and time again. This enthusiasm has been responsible for the remarkable amount of success we have had in overcoming the problems besetting our nation.
In addition, the American tradition of private enterprise and individual initiative is a tremendous source of our nation's strength. An individual who is willing to work hard knows that the opportunity to better himself is available to him. He is able to feel a sense of pride in his own accomplishments and is personally rewarded for his efforts. This is the best possible sort of incentive to ensure the continued growth of our country.
Many people today feel that our problems are insurmountable. However, I could not disagree more. The solid traditions upon which our nation's sustained success has rested are still alive and thriving in this country. As long as we Americans continue to cherish these traditions, no difficulties will be big enough to prevent our remaining as an example to the world of the inherent strength of a country which puts the final authority in the hands of citizens themselves. I have faith that the American public will build a future which is consistent with the ideals upon which our nation was founded and which have been strengthened with the passage of time.
Again, thanks for writing. Best of luck with your Bicentennial project.
Sincerely yours,
BOB DOLE
United States Senate
BD:skh
(Page 2)
{redacted}
Glenview, Illinois 60025
August 11, 1975
Senator Bob Dole
2327 Dirksen Office Building
Washington, D. C. 20510
Dear Senator Dole:
Today in the mist of trouble, we Americans still have much for which to be thankful.
I am preparing a Bicentennial exhibit for my local library and my purpose is to show how much good there is in America - something in this time of economic instability many countrymen overlook.
Would you be so kind as to send me your thoughts on what you believe to be America's greatest strengths.
If such a project was undertaken 200 years ago, I am sure we would find the answers then to be inspirational and indicative of the American spirit.
Your cooperation and attention is most appreciated.
Very truly yours,
{redacted}
(stamp)
SENATOR BOB DOLE
RECEIVED AUG 14 1975
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