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On the recordOctober 9, 1962
So, Mr. President, we recognize your commitment to this cause and to the life of your people, so that we're very proud to have you here, and I hope that you realize when you come to the United States on this occasion, you come to visit friends.
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John Fitzgerald Kennedy
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Remarks of Welcome to President Sekou Toure of Guinea at the Washington National Airport

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