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ContributorsRhodes, John J. (John Jacob), 1916-2003 (Contributor)
Created2003
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This document consists of an essay and a personal narrative. The essay discusses Rhodes' early life, education at Kansas State University and Harvard University, marriage to Betty Harvey, and military service. In the personal narrative, Rhodes recounts his experience of the events of December 7, 1941. This piece is illustrated

This document consists of an essay and a personal narrative. The essay discusses Rhodes' early life, education at Kansas State University and Harvard University, marriage to Betty Harvey, and military service. In the personal narrative, Rhodes recounts his experience of the events of December 7, 1941. This piece is illustrated with images from Rhodes' archival collections.

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ContributorsRhodes, John J. (John Jacob), 1916-2003 (Contributor)
Created2003
Description

In this essay, Rhodes describes the complex political battle that culminated in the Central Arizona Project, which Rhodes considered one of his greatest achievements. This piece is illustrated with images from Rhodes' archival collections.

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ContributorsRhodes, John J. (John Jacob), 1916-2003 (Contributor) / Will, George F. (Contributor)
Created2003
Description

This document includes historical context regarding Rhodes' election as Minority Leader in 1973, Rhodes' reflections on his service as a Representative and as Minority Leader, and a transcription of a column about Rhodes by George F. Will titled "The Scramble for Survival." This piece is illustrated with images from Rhodes'

This document includes historical context regarding Rhodes' election as Minority Leader in 1973, Rhodes' reflections on his service as a Representative and as Minority Leader, and a transcription of a column about Rhodes by George F. Will titled "The Scramble for Survival." This piece is illustrated with images from Rhodes' archival collections.

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ContributorsRhodes, John J. (John Jacob), 1916-2003 (Contributor)
Created2003
Description

This document includes an article regarding Rhodes' difficult role as Minority Leader during Watergate and Rhodes' reflections on the Nixon administration, Watergate, and his decision to vote in favor of impeaching President Nixon. This piece is illustrated with images from Rhodes' archival collections.

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ContributorsRhodes, John J. (John Jacob), 1916-2003 (Contributor)
Created1974
DescriptionVideo clip including discussion of Rhodes' stance towards Nixon's impeachment and footage of Rhodes speaking on the subject.
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ContributorsRhodes, John J. (John Jacob), 1916-2003 (Contributor)
Created2003
Description

This document discusses Rhodes' chairmanship of the 1976 and 1980 Republican National Conventions. It includes Rhodes' recollections of these events and is illustrated with images from Rhodes' archival collections.

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ContributorsRhodes, John J. (John Jacob), 1916-2003 (Contributor)
Created1980-07-15
DescriptionVideo clip showing activities at the 1980 Republican Party National Convention, including Rhodes overseeing the adoption of the party's platform and a news anchor's report that Rhodes will not run for Minority Leader again.
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ContributorsRhodes, John J. (John Jacob), 1916-2003 (Contributor)
Created2003
Description

This document consists of an essay discussing Rhodes' final term in Congress, including his decision not to run for Minority Leader, and a transcription of Rhodes' farewell remarks, which include his assessment of the state of the country and his vision for its future. It is illustrated with images from

This document consists of an essay discussing Rhodes' final term in Congress, including his decision not to run for Minority Leader, and a transcription of Rhodes' farewell remarks, which include his assessment of the state of the country and his vision for its future. It is illustrated with images from Rhodes' archival collections.

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ContributorsRhodes, John J. (John Jacob), 1916-2003 (Contributor)
Created1982-04-20
DescriptionVideo clip of Rhodes' farewell remarks in the House of Representatives.
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ContributorsRhodes, John J. (John Jacob), 1916-2003 (Contributor)
Created2003
Description

This document contains a summary of Rhodes' activities after leaving Congress. It includes several essays and speeches by Rhodes dating from this period on such topics as bipartisanship, September 11, 2001, the Committee for a Responsible Budget, Arizona's economy, the need for corporate reform, the George W. Bush administration, Social

This document contains a summary of Rhodes' activities after leaving Congress. It includes several essays and speeches by Rhodes dating from this period on such topics as bipartisanship, September 11, 2001, the Committee for a Responsible Budget, Arizona's economy, the need for corporate reform, the George W. Bush administration, Social Security, Government Obligation bonds, and the Iraq War. It is illustrated with images from Rhodes' archival collections.