John Kennedy actually said...

"In conducting its activities the Committee shall place particular emphasis on effective public and private cooperation and leadership for rural development at the State and local levels."

"Each member of the Committee may designate an officer of his agency to act for him as a member of the Committee with respect to any matter considered by the Committee."

"The Committee shall provide leadership and uniform policy guidance to the several Federal departments and agencies responsible for rural-development program functions and related activities."

"I had said something about his interest in the Gaelic language at lunch."