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Following World War II, through the 1990s, there existed a sense of mutual distrust between the United States and the Soviet Union. The hostile environment included American fears of a Russian plan to control the world and the USSR's resentment over US intervention in foreign countries. The Cold War includes such speeches as JFK's address to the nation on the arms buildup in Cuba and commending West Berliners on their dedication to democracy.

Included here are speeches given by eighteen past and present Supreme Court justices including: the first African-American Supreme Court justice, Thurgood Marshall who served from 1967 to 1991, and the first woman justice, Sandra Day O’Connor who sat on the bench from 1981 until her retirement in 2006.

Success in public life is often defined by winning elections, although many candidates that do not win go on to contribute publicly and make positive changes. Speeches are featured from those candidates that fell short of the votes needed to beat their rivals but continued to fight for their political ideals and issues.

In 1960, the first televised presidential debate was broadcast featuring Vice President Richard Nixon and Senator John F. Kennedy. It instantly turned television into an important national political tool. Included are some of the classic encounters between political rivals - Reagan vs. Carter, Bill Clinton vs. George H. W. Bush vs. Ross Perot, George W. Bush vs. Al Gore, Barack Obama vs. Mitt Romney, Donald Trump vs. Hillary Clinton.

As a response to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, America led a global counterterrorism campaign of limitless scope. Its military dimension involved major wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, covert operations in Yemen and elsewhere, large-scale military assistance programs for cooperative regimes, and major increases in military spending. Included are speeches from presidents, world leaders, military personnel, and others supporting and opposing the efforts.

From civil rights lawyer to Illinois State Senator to US Senator, Barack Obama was to become the first African American president of the United States. Speeches include his nomination acceptance, the inauguration, the death of Osama bin Laden, military conflicts, national health care legislation, and more.

For decades, climate scientists have been warning of the dangerous effects of the emission of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. They have urged a variety of measures that might prevent some of those disasters they claim to foresee. Others deny the reality of human-caused climate change and believe that scientists' warnings about the impact are exaggerated. Speeches are presented from both sides of the issue.

Influenced by the political philosophy of Karl Marx, German immigrants in the US formed small political parties or trade unions based on socialist principles advocating for social justice and labor reforms. The movement continued to rebel against economic inequality. Included are speeches from both sides of the argument for a more socialized society in the United States. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

JFK was the youngest man to ever become president of the United States. He took office during mounting Cold War tensions and escalating military activity in Vietnam. Included are speeches on the growing civil rights unrest, the Cuban missile crisis, his attempts to renew a drive for public service, and more.

Politicians, government officials, lobbyists, party officials, and others have been accused - and some prosecuted - of various illegal, corrupt, or unethical practices throughout the years. Political Scandals includes speeches from the accused and the accusers in the political arena. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom....

The 40th president of the United States, Ronald Wilson Reagan occupied the White House from 1981 to 1989. Among his many acclaimed accomplishments were the destruction of the Berlin Wall and the ultimate break-up of the Soviet Union. Speeches include his Inauguration Address ("...government is the problem"), the Brandenburg Gate ("...tear down this wall"), and many others. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

Following the Supreme Court ruling in 1954 striking down the "separate but equal" doctrine, a decade and a half of civil turbulence existed. Civil rights activists used nonviolent protest and civil disobedience to bring about change. This product tells a part of that historic time with speeches from many of those attempting to achieve racial equality.

Republican Party spokespeople include presidents, advisors, and candidates. Speeches are given by Barry Goldwater, Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan, George H. W. Bush, George W. Bush, Donald Trump, and others. Words that support the party line and are meant to win elections.

Party leaders, officeholders, candidates, and advisors address the press and the American people. Includes the Kennedys, the Clintons, FDR, Truman, Carter, Obama, and many others explaining what the Democratic Party stands for and strategies for winning elections. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

Features Franklin Delano Roosevelt's Fireside Chats that were used to inform and build support for his presidency. From 1933 to 1945, families would gather around their living room radio to listen to the president explain everything from why he was closing banks to declaring war on Japan following the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

Speeches given during military conflicts made by world leaders, politicians, protesters, and military leaders. Featured are Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain's declaration of war entering Great Britain into World War II, the famous "Infamy" speech given to Congress by President Roosevelt the day after Japan launched a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, and speeches about the conflicts in Korea, Vietnam, the Bay of Pigs, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, the Gulf War, and the War on Terror.

At 8:45 a.m. on September 11, 2001, an American Airlines Boeing 767 crashed into the north tower of the World Trade Center in New York City leading off a series of jet crashes, destruction, and lives lost. A tribute to that day includes memorable speeches by President George W. Bush announcing the attack to the American people and conveying his support with a bullhorn to rescuers, Mayor Rudy Giuliani addressing the UN, Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice before the 9/11 Commission, and more.

From Herbert Hoover through Donald Trump, speeches, press conferences, and campaign addresses are featured from candidates running for various positions: senators and representatives, governors, mayors, state and municipal officeholders, and more. Hear what the candidates promise and pledge to those from whom they hope to gain support. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

Featured speeches from past political conventions include candidates, presidents, senators and members of Congress, mayors, governors, Hollywood celebrities, and more. This product includes such famous addresses as JFK's acceptance speech, Ronald Reagan's and Ted Kennedy's concession speeches, Mario Cuomo's "Tale of Two Cities", and Clint Eastwood's "Empty Chair", among others. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

Every four years on January 20, the President of the United States is sworn into office. Most often following a hard-fought campaign season, the voters determine the number of electoral votes each candidate is awarded and the winner takes the oath of office given by the chief justice of the United States. The Inaugurations is a compilation of every inauguration speech given by the newly sworn-in president, from Franklin Delano Roosevelt through Donald J. Trump.