This collection consists of 58 series of subject files based on 58 broad subject classifications developed by the Office of Records Management during the Kennedy Administration to facilitate the filing and retrieval of White House records. These records pertain to the functions and operations of the White House, Federal Government, foreign and other governments. These records also contain correspondence from private companies or individuals.
Series & File Units
Subject Files on Islamic Republic of Palestine
This series contains government forms, letters, a paper, a list, a press release, and a publication related to Palestine. The letters from private citizens cover multiple topics including the US government's strategic link with Israel, full member status in the World Health Organization for the Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO), Palestinian school closures by Israeli authorities, dialogue between the US and the PLO, Yitshak Shamir's visit to the White House, US policy regarding a united Jerusalem, treatment of Palestinians by Israeli authorities, and Israeli-Palestinian peace. The paper contains testimony that the Coalition for Palestinian Rights members presented before the Subcommittee on Foreign Operations of the Committee on Appropriations. There is a list of attempted terrorist attacks against Israeli targets by Arafat-aligned factions. President Bush's statement on suspending dialogue between the US and PLO is outlined in a press release. Lastly, The Hidden History of Zionism, rounds out the subject category.
Date
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Local ID
CO120
NAID
498170849
Record Type(s)
Textual Records
Extent
10 linear inches
Restrictions
Access Restriction
Restricted - Possibly
Records may be closed under exemptions of the Presidential Records Act (PRA) and the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Withdrawal sheets in processed folders will indicate specific restrictions.
Specific Access Restriction
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Presidential Records Act (PRA)
