Robert J. Dole Senate Papers-Personal/Political Files, 1969-1996 | Robert and Elizabeth Dole Archive and Special Collections

By Robert Lay, Catherine Riggs, Hannah Ballard, Jeremy Denham, Jennifer Kirmer, Melissa Morris, Alex Rausch, Margaret White

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Collection Overview

Title: Robert J. Dole Senate Papers-Personal/Political Files, 1969-1996

ID: 01/005

Primary Creator: Dole, Robert J. (1923-2021)

Extent: 266.5 Linear Feet

Arrangement: Where materials were originally arranged chronologically, this scheme has been preserved. Otherwise, materials are arranged alphabetically.

Languages: English

Scope and Contents of the Materials

This series documents the Senator's political activities during his tenure in the Senate. As such, these files deal more directly with the Senator than those of the other series. Because of their non-legislative nature, these files contain little insight into the Senator's staff. The material is primarily concerned with his daily activities, meetings, correspondence, and issues of particular interest to him. Of the five series, the Personal/Political Files contain more of Senator Dole's personal views. The correspondence contained herein illuminates those whom Dole considered friends and allies, both within the Senate and without. Daily schedules and event invitations chronicle his comings and goings and the social circles in which he operated. In essence, the Personal/Political series describes Senator Dole's life as a U.S. Senator, but does not delve into the specifics of his work. They describe a man committed to building his party, and one who sought to use his influence to benefit his fellow Kansans and all Americans.

Administrative Information

Repository: Robert and Elizabeth Dole Archive and Special Collections

Access Restrictions: Some materials within the Dole Archive are restricted because of their sensitive nature or because they contain personal or confidential information. These records are protected by federal laws such as the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Examples of restricted records are personnel files, medical records, financial records, and any materials containing personal information such as addresses and social security numbers. Restricted materials are identified at the box and/or folder level within the finding aid. Questions about these materials may be directed to the Senior Archivist of the Dole Archives.

Use Restrictions: Copyright restrictions apply in different ways to different kinds of materials. Many of the documents and other historical materials in the Archive are in the public domain and may be reproduced and used in any way. Senator Dole has not donated his copyright interest in his papers and other historical materials to the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics. Permission to publish must be obtained from him or his designee. There are other materials in the library carrying a copyright interest that must be used according to the provisions of Title 17 of the U.S. Code. The Archive issues a warning concerning copyright restrictions to every researcher who requests copies of documents. Although the copyright law is under constant redefinition in the courts, it is ultimately the responsibility of the researcher to properly use copyrighted materials.

Processing Information:

View a full series list of this collection here (PDF will open in a new window): dole_archives_senate_papers_personal_political.pdf

Box and Folder Listing

Browse by Series:

[Series 1: Appointment Log, 1968-1995],
[Series 2: Campaign Files, 1964-1996],
[Series 3: Caucus/Political Party Records, 1971-1985],
[Series 4: Guest Books, 1970-1995],
[Series 5: Invitations, 1966-1996],
[Series 6: Job Recommendations/Patronage, 1965-1984],
[Series 7: Memos, Telephone Conversations, E-mails, 1976-1995],
[Series 8: Personal Finances, 1966-1996],
[Series 9: Save Files, 1966-1988],
[Series 10: Senator's Correspondence, 1968-1995],
[Series 11: Subject Files, 1969-1996],
[Series 12: Trip Files, 1969-1994],
[All]

Series 3: Caucus/Political Party Records, 1971-1985

These files contain routine paperwork and correspondence regarding GOP matters. While these materials may touch upon legislative issues, the bulk of the materials are concerned solely with political matters, such as Dole's campaign for Senate Republican Leader (boxes 92-96). Included are files about Dole's 1976 vice-presidential campaign, correspondence from Republican state governors, and fund raising event miscellanea. The sub-series contains two groupings of correspondence: letters regarding Dole's vice-presidential nomination and those regarding the Republican Leadership election.

Arrangement: These files are arranged alphabetically.

Extent: 12 boxes

Box 87

Folder 4: 1976 Republican National Convention - Platform Hearings, 1976
Folder 5: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Advance Teams, 1976
Folder 6: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Airplane Manifests, 1976
Folder 7: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Bills Paid [1 of 2], 1976
Folder 8: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Bills Paid [2 of 2], 1976
Folder 9: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Biographies/Photographs, 1976
Folder 10: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Christmas Greetings, 1976

Box 88

Folder 1: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Congratulations [1 of 2], 1976
Folder 2: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Congratulations [2 of 2], 1976
Folder 3: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Congratulations for Nomination [1 of 2], 1976
Folder 4: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Congratulations for Nomination [2 of 2], 1976
Folder 5: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Correspondence, Miscellaneous, I [1 of 3], 1976
Folder 6: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Correspondence, Miscellaneous, I [2 of 3], 1976

Box 89

Folder 1: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Correspondence, Miscellaneous, I [3 of 3], 1976
Folder 2: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Correspondence, Miscellaneous, II [1 of 4], 1976
Folder 3: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Correspondence, Miscellaneous, II [2 of 4], 1976
Folder 4: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Correspondence, Miscellaneous, II [3 of 4], 1976
Folder 5: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Correspondence, Miscellaneous, II [4 of 4], 1976
Folder 6: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Correspondence, Miscellaneous, III, 1976

Box 90

Folder 1: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Dole, Elizabeth, Correspondence to Answer, 1976
Folder 2: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Dole, Elizabeth, Contact Lists, 1976
Folder 3: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Dole, Elizabeth, Schedules, 1976
Folder 4: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Dole, Robin, 1976
Folder 5: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Endorsements, 1976
Folder 6: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Equipment/Supplies, 1976
Folder 7: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Ford & Family, 1976-1977
Folder 8: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Invitations, 1976
Folder 9: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Issues, 1976
Folder 10: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Kansas City Convention, I, 1976
Folder 11: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Kansas City Convention, II, 1976

Box 91

Folder 1: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Kansas City Convention, III, 1976

Folder 2: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - News Clips, Carter, 1976

Subject/Index Terms:: Carter, Jimmy, 1924-

Folder 3: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Photo Sessions, Head Table Guests, Etc..., 1976

Folder 4: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Press, NW Crew, Secret Service, Etc..., 1976

Folder 5: "Bob Dole in the U.S. Senate: A Study of Power and Effectiveness" By Mary Rhodes, 1973

Folder 6: Dole's Position - Atomic Energy, 1973

Folder 7: Dole Statements on Nixon's Pardon, 1974

Folder 8: National Convention, 1976

Folder 9: Republican National Committee Support, 1976

Folder 10: Gooding, Rep. Bill of Pennsylvania, 1984

Folder 11: Governors - Arkansas, 1984

Folder 12: Governors - Delaware, 1984

Folder 13: Governors - General Information, 1984

Folder 14: Governors - Indiana, 1984

Folder 15: Governors - Missouri, 1984

Folder 16: Governors - Montana, 1984

Folder 17: Governors - New Hampshire, 1984

Folder 18: Governors - North Carolina, 1984

Folder 19: Governors - North Dakota, 1984

Folder 20: Governors - Rhode Island, 1984

Folder 21: Governors - Utah, 1984

Folder 22: Governors - Vermont, 1984

Folder 23: Governors - Washington, 1984

Folder 24: Governors - West Virginia, 1984

Folder 25: Moore, Rep. Henson of Louisiana, 1983-1984

Folder 26: Republicans Dinner, Washington Hilton, 1984

Folder 27: Senate - Alabama, 1984

Folder 28: Senate - Alaska, 1984

Folder 29: Senate - Arkansas, 1984

Folder 30: Senate - Colorado, 1984

Folder 31: Senate - Delaware, 1984

Folder 32: Senate - General Information, 1984

Folder 33: Senate - Georgia, 1984

Folder 34: Senate - Idaho, 1984

Folder 35: Senate - Illinois, 1984

Folder 36: Senate - Kansas, 1984

Folder 37: Senate - Kentucky, 1984

Folder 38: Senate - Louisiana, 1984

Folder 39: Senate - Maine, 1984

Folder 40: Senate - Massachusetts, 1984

Folder 41: Senate - Michigan, 1984

Folder 42: Senate - Minnesota, 1984

Folder 43: Senate - Mississippi, 1984

Folder 44: Senate - Montana, 1984

Folder 45: Senate - Nebraska, 1984

Folder 46: Senate - New Hampshire, 1983-1984

Folder 47: Senate - New Jersey, 1984

Folder 48: Senate - New Mexico, 1984

Folder 49: Senate - North Carolina, 1983-1984

Folder 50: Senate - Oklahoma, 1984

Folder 51: Senate - Oregon, 1984

Box 92

Folder 1: Senate - Rhode Island, 1984
Folder 2: Senate - South Carolina, 1984
Folder 3: Senate - South Dakota, 1984
Folder 4: Senate - Tennessee, 1984
Folder 5: Senate - Texas, 1983-1984
Folder 6: Senate - Virginia, 1984
Folder 7: Senate - West Virginia, 1984
Folder 8: Senate - Wyoming, 1984
Folder 9: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Alabama (Special), 1984
Folder 10: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Alaska (Special), 1984
Folder 11: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Arizona (Special), 1984
Folder 12: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Arkansas (Special), 1984
Folder 13: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Colorado (Special), 1984
Folder 14: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - California (Special), 1984
Folder 15: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Connecticut (Special), 1984
Folder 16: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Delaware (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 17: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Florida (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 18: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Foreign Countries (Ambassadors, Dignitaries, Friends), 1984-1985
Folder 19: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Georgia (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 20: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Hawaii (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 21: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - House of Representatives, Democrats, 1984-1985

Box 93

Folder 1: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - House of Representatives, Republicans, 1984
Folder 2: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Idaho (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 3: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Illinois (Special), 1984
Folder 4: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Indiana (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 5: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Iowa (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 6: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Kansas, I, Abbott-Button, 1984
Folder 7: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Kansas, II, Cadue-Evans, 1984
Folder 8: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Kansas, III, Farnsworth-Immel, 1984
Folder 9: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Kansas, IV, Jessen-Lungstrom, 1984

Box 94

Folder 1: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Kansas, V, Maag-Pyle, 1984
Folder 2: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Kansas, VI, Racker-Supica, 1984
Folder 3: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Kansas, VII, Templar-Yeager, 1984
Folder 4: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Kentucky (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 5: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Louisiana (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 6: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Maine (Special), 1984
Folder 7: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Maryland (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 8: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Massachusetts (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 9: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Michigan (Special), 1984
Folder 10: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Minnesota (Special), 1984
Folder 11: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Mississippi (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 12: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Montana (Special), 1984
Folder 13: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Missouri (Special), 1984-1985

Box 95

Folder 1: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Nebraska (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 2: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Nevada (Special), 1984
Folder 3: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - New Hampshire (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 4: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - New York (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 5: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - New Jersey (Special), 1984
Folder 6: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - New Mexico (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 7: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - North Carolina (Special), 1984
Folder 8: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - North Dakota (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 9: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Ohio (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 10: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Oklahoma (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 11: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Oregon (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 12: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Pennsylvania (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 13: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Rhode Island (Special), 1984
Folder 14: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Senate, Democrats, 1984
Folder 15: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Senate, Republicans, 1984
Folder 16: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - South Carolina (Special), 1984
Folder 17: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - South Dakota (Special), 1984
Folder 18: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Tennessee (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 19: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Texas (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 20: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Utah (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 21: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Vermont (Special), 1984
Folder 22: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Virginia (Special), 1984-1985

Box 96

Folder 1: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Washington (Special), 1984-1985
Folder 2: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Washington D.C., I, Adams-Georgine, 1984
Folder 3: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Washington D.C., II, Ginsburg-Mashek, 1984
Folder 4: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Washington D.C., III, Matz-Rivlin, 1984
Folder 5: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Washington, D.C., IV, Robbins-Wynn, 1984
Folder 6: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Washington D.C., V, Government Offices, 1984-1985
Folder 7: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - West Virginia (Special), 1984
Folder 8: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Wisconsin (Special), 1984
Folder 9: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Wyoming (Special), 1984
Folder 10: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Re-election 1986, Congratulatory Letters [1 of 2], 1986
Folder 11: Senate and Majority Leader Campaign - Re-election 1986, Congratulatory Letters [2 of 2], 1986

Box 97

Folder 1: Senate Campaign Correspondence - IV [1 of 4], 1974
Folder 2: Senate Campaign Correspondence - IV [2 of 4], 1974
Folder 3: Senate Campaign Correspondence - IV [3 of 4], 1974
Folder 4: Senate Campaign Correspondence - IV [4 of 4], 1974
Folder 5: Senate Campaign Correspondence - V [1 of 5], 1974

Box 98

Folder 1: Senate Campaign Correspondence - V [2 of 5], 1974
Folder 2: Senate Campaign Correspondence - V [3 of 5], 1974
Folder 3: Senate Campaign Correspondence - V [4 of 5], 1974
Folder 4: Senate Campaign Correspondence - V [5 of 5], 1974
Folder 5: Senate Campaign Correspondence - VI [1 of 4], 1974

Box 99

Folder 1: Senate Campaign Correspondence - VI [2 of 4], 1974
Folder 2: Senate Campaign Correspondence - VI [3 of 4], 1974
Folder 3: Senate Campaign Correspondence - VI [4 of 4], 1974
Folder 4: Voting Record for Bill Roy, 1971

Box 445

Located at end of all Senate, Personal/Political.

Folder 10: Watergate Special Prosecution Force, 1970-1976