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The Americanization Ideal

Description: Text wherein Barbara Jordan, Peter Goldmark, and Antonia Hernandez discuss immigration in America. The text begins with a copy of an article by Barbara Jordan that also discusses the subject of immigration and xenophobia.
Date: September 11, 1995
Creator: Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Partner: Texas Southern University

[Barbara C. Jordan Speech for Democratic National Telethon]

Description: Text for a speech made by Barbara C. Jordan for the Democratic National Telethon in Los Angeles, California, telling the story of her journey from humble beginnings to a member of the United States Congress.
Date: September 15, 1973
Creator: Jordan, Barbara C.
Partner: Texas Southern University

Barbara Jordan - Elizabeth Blackwell Award - Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Description: Text of an acceptance speech given by Barbara Jordan, after receiving the Elizabeth Blackwell Award at Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Geneva, New York. In the speech, she mentions past recipients of the award and their legacies, as well as the importance of education in American society.
Date: September 24, 1993
Creator: Jordan, Barbara C.
Partner: Texas Southern University

Barbara Jordan - Juanita Kreps Award

Description: Text of acceptance speech given by Barbara C. Jordan after receiving the Juanita Kreps Award. The speech covers the topics of Juanita Kreps' legacy, and the meaning of the award.
Date: September 8, 1993
Creator: Jordan, Barbara C.
Partner: Texas Southern University

Barbara Jordan: Statement to the Press

Description: Text of a statement given to the press by Barbara C. Jordan endorsing the Dukakis-Bentsen ticket in the upcoming Presidential election.
Date: September 10, 1988
Creator: Jordan, Barbara C.
Partner: Texas Southern University

[Barbara Jordan's Freedom Award Acceptance Speech, September 10, 1992]

Description: Text of speech delivered by Barbara Jordan while accepting the Freedom Award at the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee. She discusses the history of civil rights movements for African-Americans.
Date: September 10, 1992
Creator: Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Partner: Texas Southern University

Is Ethics a Component of Government?

Description: Text of speech delivered by Barbara Jordan at the University of California at Santa Barbara. In it, Jordan discusses the role of ethics in governance.
Date: September 22, 1990
Creator: Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Partner: Texas Southern University

It's More Than A Lifeless Archives

Description: Text for a speech given by Barbara C. Jordan at the Constitution Day Naturalization Ceremony, entitled "It's More Than A Lifeless Archives." The speech describes the purpose and continuing efficacy of the U.S. Constitution.
Date: September 17, 1987
Creator: Jordan, Barbara C.
Partner: Texas Southern University

[Letter from Alan Wiseman to Barbara C. Jordan - September 10, 1982]

Description: Letter from Alan Wiseman, written on Howrey & Simon letterhead, to Barbara C. Jordan at the LBJ School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas. The letter speaks of her recent testimony filed with the House Committee on the Judiciary, as well as the testimony of Burnell Roberts.
Date: September 10, 1982
Creator: Wiseman, Alan
Partner: Texas Southern University

[NEA Journal Article: News and Trends]

Description: Article in the National Education Association (NEA) Journal entitled "News and Trends," with sections about current events in schools across the country.
Date: September 1967
Creator: National Education Association
Partner: Texas Southern University

Peggy Simpson Swearing In Ceremony

Description: Speech given by Barbara C. Jordan at the swearing-in ceremony for Peggy Simpson, speaking of the status of women in America.
Date: September 24, 1975
Creator: Jordan, Barbara C.
Partner: Texas Southern University

Pete Snelson Roast, September 29, 1986

Description: Text of remarks given by Barbara Jordan at the roast of Pete Snelson. She gently makes fun of Snelson while praising his work ethic and personal qualities.
Date: September 29, 1986
Creator: Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Partner: Texas Southern University

The Physician: Two Views

Description: Text of speech by Barbara Jordan regarding national health care and the integrity of the profession of physicians as well as the United States government.
Date: September 15, 1973
Creator: Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Partner: Texas Southern University
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