John Kennedy actually said...

So I hope that you feel as I feel, that in helping this campaign, you also contribute not merely as Democrats or Republicans to a campaign, but in fulfilling a responsibility which goes with citizenship.

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Remarks of Senator John F. Kennedy, 'Breakfast with Kennedy', Lawrence Hotel, Erie, PA

09/27/1960

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