| Political Spotlight: Kennedy's NY Race Stirs Controversy | ||
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| This clip is not available for streaming at this time. Please contact WPA. | Tape Master: | 1727 |
| Catalog #: | 426381 | |
| Clip Number: | 426381-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | 037-071-01 | |
| Timecode: | 00:41:59 - 00:43:23 | |
| Location: | New York | |
| Year Shot: | 1964 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | Yes | |
| Color: | No | |
| Headings: | ELECTIONS: Campaigns ELECTIONS: Conventions LOCATIONS/NORTH AMERICA: USA, New York State PERSONALITIES: Dewey, Thomas PERSONALITIES: Kennedy, Robert F. PERSONALITIES: Nixon, Richard M. PERSONALITIES: Rockefeller, Nelson PERSONALITIES: Wagner, Robert F Jr POLITICS: Political Party, USA, Democrat POLITICS: Political Party, USA, Republican | |
| Description: | The New York State Republicans nominate incumbent Senator Kenneth Keating for the US Senate in a race that will see him opposing Attorney-General Robert F. Kennedy. Mr. Kennedy took up residence in New York to make the race and there have been cries of "Carpet-bagger" from the Republicans. It's a local race that's in the national spotlight. New York State Republican Convention and seated at a table is Richard Nixon and his wife Pat and Governor Nelson Rockefeller. Thomas Dewy sitting at the table also. Clair Booth Lute speaking at the podium. Senator Keating. A noisy demonstration for Stratton. On the other side are the Robert F. Kennedy supporters and their signs showing support. Mayor Robert Wagner introducing Robert F. Kennedy a running contender for President. Robert Kennedy making his way through the crowd. Robert Kennedy and his wife, Pat. | |
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