John F. Kennedy: “On the contrary, our task is to convince them that aggression and…”

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On the contrary, our task is to convince them that aggression and subversion will not be profitable routes to pursue these ends.

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John F. Kennedy

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Kennedy asserts the need to deter aggression and subversion from Communist powers.

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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.

The modern globe is too small, its weapons are too destructive, and its disorders are too contagious to permit any other kind of victory.

While we shall never weary in the defense of freedom, neither shall we ever abandon the pursuit of peace.

For we seek not the worldwide victory of one nation or system but a worldwide victory of man.

John F. Kennedy: “On the contrary, our task is to convince them that aggression and subversion will not be profitable routes to pursue…”