John F. Kennedy: “If at times our actions seem to make life difficult for others, it is…”

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If at times our actions seem to make life difficult for others, it is only because history has made life difficult for us all.

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John F. Kennedy

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Kennedy reflects on the complexities of international relations and the historical challenges faced by nations.

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John F. Kennedy: “If at times our actions seem to make life difficult for others, it is only because history has made life difficult for…”