HASTERT, John Dennis
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About this object
1942–
Biography
HASTERT, John Dennis, a Representative from Illinois; born in Aurora, Kane County, Ill., January 2, 1942; B.A., Wheaton College, Wheaton, Ill., 1964; M.S., Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, Ill.,1967; teacher; athletic coach; business owner; member of the Illinois state house of representatives, 1980-1986; elected as a Republican to the One Hundredth and to the ten succeeding Congresses until his resignation on November 26, 2007 (January 3, 1987-November 26, 2007); Speaker of the House (One Hundred Sixth through One Hundred Ninth Congresses).
View Record in the Biographical Directory of the U.S. Congress
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Wheaton College
Archives & Special Collections, Buswell Memorial
Library
Wheaton, IL
Papers:
1986-2006, 151 boxes.
The J. Dennis Hastert Papers are organized into six series and several sub-series: Committee/Subject Files, House Leadership/Speaker files, Correspondence, Personal/Office files, Press files, and Media. Committee/Subject Files include various Congressional committees and issues pertinent during Hastert's tenure in office: Agriculture, Drugs, Economy, Environment, Foreign Affairs, Health Care, Housing, Immigration, National Security, Social Security, Telecommunications, and Transportation. House Leadership/Speaker files include appointments, floor operations, and Republican Conference and Steering Committee issues. Personal/Office files include special events, travel and Congressional Delegations, Gifts & Memorabilia. Media includes thousands of photographs and dozens of audio/video holdings. A finding aid is available in the repository and online.
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Related Media
Busy Life of a Speaker
Speaker Hastert discusses the hectic schedules of modern-day Speakers of the House.
The Honorable J. Dennis Hastert, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives
Interview recorded May 1, 2012
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Deed of Gift
Symbolism and the Speakership
Speaker Hastert explains the symbolism in his portrait.
The Honorable J. Dennis Hastert, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives
Interview recorded May 1, 2012
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Deed of Gift
Making Difficult Decisions
Speaker Hastert discusses the role of the Speaker in a time of great uncertainty.
The Honorable J. Dennis Hastert, Speaker of the House of Representatives
Interview recorded January 4, 2012
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Deed of Gift
Unintended Consequences
Speaker Hastert reflects on the consequences of the attacks on American society.
The Honorable J. Dennis Hastert, Speaker of the House of Representatives
Interview recorded January 4, 2012
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Deed of Gift
Speaker Hastert and the Morning of the Attacks
Speaker Hastert recounts his memories from the morning of the attacks.
The Honorable J. Dennis Hastert, Speaker of the House of Representatives
Interview recorded January 4, 2012
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Deed of Gift
Canceling the House Session
Speaker Hastert discusses his decision to cancel the morning session of the House.
The Honorable J. Dennis Hastert, Speaker of the House of Representatives
Interview recorded January 4, 2012
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Deed of Gift
Speaking with the President
Speaker Hastert recounts his discussion with President George W. Bush about holding a Joint Session of Congress.
The Honorable J. Dennis Hastert, Speaker of the House of Representatives
Interview recorded January 4, 2012
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Deed of Gift
Buzzer System
Speaker Hastert discusses his familiarity with the buzzer system of the House.
The Honorable J. Dennis Hastert, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives
Interview recorded May 1, 2012
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Deed of Gift
Impact of New Electronic Devices
Speaker Hastert reflects on the impact of technological advancements on the House.
The Honorable J. Dennis Hastert, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives
Interview recorded May 1, 2012
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Deed of Gift