John Kennedy actually said...

"I wish to express my personal thanks for the advice and assistance you have given in shaping the program on civil defense which I shall present to the Congress next year."

"All executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government are directed to cooperate with the Commission in the performance of its duties."

"I appreciate your taking the time from your busy schedule to help us in this way."

"Through your participation in the Civil Defense Committee of the Governors Conference you have helped the Department of Defense, to whom I have given the responsibility for our fallout shelter program..."