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 7: Memos, Telephone Conversations, E-mails, 1976-1995

This sub-series represents intra-office correspondence between the Senator and a few of his key assistants during a 19 year period of his career. Those staff members included here include legislative assistants Mo West and Alec Vachon, and office manager Jo-Anne Coe. Many of these memos are routine, dealing with internal office matters, photograph and interview requests, or speaking engagements. Others concern matters of legislation such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, cerebral palsy research, education, and awards. These materials are similar to those found in the staff files for these individuals (Legislative Relations, sub-series 6: Legislative Assistants). It is not known why they were separated, though it likely because they are more of an informative nature, as a progress report, than strictly policy-oriented.

Arrangement: These files are arranged chronologically.

Extent: 5 boxes

Box 209

Folder 1: 1976 Vice-Presidential Campaign - Staff Memos, 1976
Folder 2: Interoffice Memorandums, 1977
Folder 3: Memorandums to Senator Dole [1 of 2], 1977
Folder 4: Memorandums to Senator Dole [2 of 2], 1977
Folder 5: Coe Memos, 1979-1980
Folder 6: Guest Lists for Receptions and Parties, [1980]
Folder 7: Memos Regarding Regan-Bush 1980 Campaign, 1980
Folder 8: Handwritten Notes and Memos, 1987-1989
Folder 9: Memos from Mo West - Request for Photo Ops, 1988-1992

Box 210

Folder 1: Memos from Mo West - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Related [1 of 3], 1989-1992: Associated files: s-pers_210_001_all.pdf (Entire folder)
Folder 2: Memos from Mo West - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Related [2 of 3], 1989-1992: Associated files: s-pers_210_001_all.pdf (Entire folder)
Folder 3: Memos from Mo West - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Related [3 of 3], 1989-1992: Associated files: s-pers_210_003_all.pdf (Entire folder)
Folder 4: Memos from Mo West - Attendance Requested, 1989-1992
Folder 5: Memos from Mo West - Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation, 1989-1991
Folder 6: Memos from Mo West - Department of Transportation (DOT) Air Carrier Access, 1989-1990
Folder 7: Memos from Mo West - Education Issues, 1989-1992
Folder 8: Memos from Mo West - Employment in Dole's Office, 1989-1993: Associated files: s-pers_210_008_all.pdf (Entire folder)
Folder 9: Memos from Mo West - Honorary Chairman/Sponsor, 1989-1993
Folder 10: Memos from Mo West - Interview Requests, 1989-1992

Box 211

Folder 1: Memos from Mo West - Kansas Issues, 1989-1992
Folder 2: Memos from Mo West - Legislative Requests (Dear Colleague or Co-Sponsor), 1989-1992
Folder 3: Memos from Mo West - Other Topics, 1989-1992
Folder 4: Memos from Mo West - Requests for Appointments, 1989-1993
Folder 5: Memos from Mo West - Requests for Signatures, 1989-1993
Folder 6: Memos from Mo West - Speaking Engagements, 1989-1992
Folder 7: Memos from Mo West - Travel Requests, 1989-1992
Folder 8: Memos from Mo West - Arthritis Foundation, 1990-1991
Folder 9: Memos from Mo West - Awards, 1990-1992
Folder 10: Memos from Mo West - Good Morning America, 1990
Folder 11: Memos from Mo West - Henry Betts Award, 1990-1992
Folder 12: Memos from Mo West - Legislation (Non-Americans with Disabilities Act) [1 of 3], 1990-1992

Box 212

Folder 1: Memos from Mo West - Legislation (Non-Americans with Disabilities Act) [2 of 3], 1990-1992
Folder 2: Memos from Mo West - Legislation (Non-Americans with Disabilities Act) [3 of 3], 1990-1992
Folder 3: Memos from Mo West - Thank-You Notes, 1990
Folder 4: Memos from Mo West - Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, 1991
Folder 5: Memos from Mo West - Requests for Endorsements, 1991-1992
Folder 6: Memos from Alec Vachon - Other Topics, 1992-1995
Folder 7: Memos from Alec Vachon - American Disabled for Attendant Programs Today (ADAPT), 1993
Folder 8: Memos from Alec Vachon - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Related, 1993-1995
Folder 9: Memos from Alec Vachon - American Disability Channel, 1993-1994
Folder 10: Memos from Alec Vachon - Attendance Requested, 1993
Folder 11: Memos from Alec Vachon - Daybook, 1993-1994
Folder 12: Memos from Alec Vachon - Department of Transportation Carrier Access, 1993
Folder 13: Memos from Alec Vachon - Henry Betts Award, 1993-1994
Folder 14: Memos from Alec Vachon - Honorary Chairmanship/Sponsor, 1993-1995
Folder 15: Memos from Alec Vachon - Inter-Office Memos, 1993-1995
Folder 16: Memos from Alec Vachon - Interview Requests, 1993
Folder 17: Memos from Alec Vachon - Kansas Issues, 1993-1995
Folder 18: Memos from Alec Vachon - Legislation (Non-Americans with Disabilities Act), 1993-1995

Box 213

Folder 1: Memos from Alec Vachon - Legislative Requests (Dear Colleague or Co-Sponsor), 1993-1995
Folder 2: Memos from Alec Vachon - Newsclips with Remarks, 1993-1995
Folder 3: Memos from Alec Vachon - Requested Information, 1993-1995
Folder 4: Memos from Alec Vachon - Requests for Endorsements, 1993-1995
Folder 5: Memos from Alec Vachon - Photo Ops, 1993-1994
Folder 6: Memos from Alec Vachon - Requests for Signatures, 1993-1995
Folder 7: Memos from Alec Vachon - Speaking Engagements, 1993-1995
Folder 8: Memos from Alec Vachon - Travel Requests, 1993-1995
Folder 9: Memos from Alec Vachon - Arthur Ullian, 1995
Folder 10: Memos from Alec Vachon - Thank-You Notes, 1995