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John Fitzgerald Kennedy
@johnfitzgeraldkennedy· Democratic · MA· Oct 9, 1960

We preach the best doctrine ever known, the equality of man, the Government gets consent from the governed, and that everyone is entitled to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, and we will maintain that position.

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John Fitzgerald Kennedy
@johnfitzgeraldkennedy· Democratic · MA· Oct 9, 1960

Certainly, a more positive approach to the use of the Small Business Administration will do much to relieve current stresses for small business in this country.

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John Fitzgerald Kennedy
@johnfitzgeraldkennedy· Democratic · MA· Oct 9, 1960

In answer to charges made by his opponents that the policies of the Democratic Party tend to welfare statism, the Senator points out that the Democratic Party has brought social and economic progress to our country.

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John Fitzgerald Kennedy
@johnfitzgeraldkennedy· Democratic · MA· Oct 9, 1960

I think it is clear that if we are to have progress in this area, and we must have progress to be true to our ideals and responsibilities, then Presidential leadership is necessary so that every American can enjoy his full constitutional…

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John Fitzgerald Kennedy
@johnfitzgeraldkennedy· Democratic · MA· Oct 9, 1960

I supported the bill the Senate passed this year to provide assistance for metropolitan transportation planning and facilities.

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John Fitzgerald Kennedy
@johnfitzgeraldkennedy· Democratic · MA· Oct 9, 1960

I propose that we create a new and vital partnership between the National Government and the communities of America.

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John Fitzgerald Kennedy
@johnfitzgeraldkennedy· Democratic · MA· Oct 9, 1960

The National Government should give a long-term commitment to urban renewal - in place of the present year-to-year approach - so that cities can make long-term plans with the assurance that aid will not be suddenly cut off.

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John Fitzgerald Kennedy
@johnfitzgeraldkennedy· Democratic · MA· Oct 9, 1960

Senator Kennedy feels that the most effective antidote for inflation is increased productivity and greater production.

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John Fitzgerald Kennedy
@johnfitzgeraldkennedy· Democratic · MA· Oct 9, 1960

The businessman's first concern is that of every other citizen of the United States: the security, progress, and well-being of our country.

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