1960s Timeline

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Nov 15, 2022

Nov. 15, 1962 - JFK Signs Union Program for Fair Practices Statement

Nov. 15, 1962 - Here are President Kennedy’s remarks in the White House upon the signing of The Joint Statement on Union Program for Fair...

Aug 8, 2022

Aug. 8, 1962 - JFK Remarks to International Labor Program Participants

Aug. 8, 1962 - Here are President Kennedy's remarks today to participants of the American Institute for Free Labor Development training...

Jul 19, 2021

Hoffa Setback in Chicago

July 19, 1961 - Drivers for Chicago's two major taxicab fleets have elected a reform local as their bargaining agent over a local backed...

Jul 7, 2021

Hoffa Re-Elected to Five-Year Term as Teamsters President

July 7, 1961 - James R. Hoffa was re-elected by acclamation today to a new five-year term as president of the International Brotherhood...