John Kennedy actually said...

"I would think that the people of Alabama would rather have these responsibilities met by paid, experienced law enforcement officers than by federalized men of the Alabama National Guard."

"It is better for the people of Alabama and better for the National Guardsmen called to duty."

"I have always felt that these matters should be handled by State and local authorities."

"I think this ceremony which takes place yearly is one of our most important opportunities to indicate the wide range of national services which are rendered by very dedicated men and women to all the ..."