[Press Releases and Statements October 1992-February 1994]
Description:
This series contains a complete set of released statements arranged chronologically with a title index, dating from 1980 through 1994. Types of items released for public consumption were statements from Mitchell's Senate office, joint statements from the Maine congressional delegation, statements called "Exclusive for Weeklies," guest columns, press availability notices, press conferences, and speeches. Press releases were used by the office for a variety of purposes: to advise the public on or explain positions Mitchell was taking; to publicize or discuss legislation; to announce major initiatives related to subjects such as trade, taxes, transportation, and health care; to announce special events, job promotions, or major accomplishments; to release general policy statements; to celebrate newly authorized or reauthorized programs; or to administer criticisms or persuasive appeals to Congress or the President.
Dates
- Creation: 1948 - 2023
Creator
- From the Collection: Mitchell, George J. (George John) (Person)
Access Restrictions:
No restrictions.
Extent
From the Sub-Series: 7.5 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: Undetermined
Repository Details
Part of the George J. Mitchell Department of Special Collections & Archives, Bowdoin College Library, Brunswick, Maine 04011 Repository