Videos, 1985-2004
Part of collection: Pierre Samuel "Pete" du Pont, IV papers (2778)
Dates
- Creation: 1985-2004
Scope and Contents
The sixth and final series in the collection is the Videos series. It chronicles Pete du Pont's public appearances from the mid-1980s to the early 2000s, television programs and forums that highlight general conservative talking points, and the work of the National Center for Policy Analysis.
The Presidential Campaign sub-series contains videos related to du Pont's run for President of the United States between 1985 and 1988. This includes media coverage of the campaign, du Pont's television interviews, commercials, fundraising events, and debates with fellow Republican candidates.
The Television Broadcasts and Appearances sub-series contains general television broadcasts where either Pete du Pont is present or conservative subjects are highlighted. The formats are primarily interviews and debates. Full episodes of programs such as Firing Line, Dateline: Washington, and Debates: Debates are included, as well as clips from various CNN, C-SPAN, ABC, PBS, and other major network shows.
The Speeches and Forums sub-series contains video recordings of forums and speeches where du Pont is either present or a politically conservative viewpoint is discussed. Subjects include du Pont's farewell address to the Delaware Assembly, Republican National Committee 1988 Convention highlights, Reagan tax cuts, and more.
The final sub-series covers the work of the National Center for Policy Analysis in the 1990s and early 2000s. It includes segments from the NCPA-produced show Focus Point , television appearances by co-founder John Goodman, public programs sponsored by NCPA, and more.
Extent
From the Collection: 28 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Additional Description
Access Restrictions
25-year time seal from the date of creation due to privacy/security reasons.
Negatives, slide transparencies, and audio reels are stored at Cold Storage. Please contact staff 48 hours in advance of research visit at askhagley@hagley.org
Repository Details
Repository Details
Part of the Manuscripts and Archives Repository