John Kennedy actually said...

The labor movement was the principal force that transformed misery and despair into hope and progress.

Kennedy emphasized labor's role in societal progress and economic reform.

08/29/1960

More John Kennedy Quotes

I want above all else to be a President known - at the end of 4 years - as one who not only prevented war but won the peace.

But I am grateful to you for being able to stand and say 'Hello.'

I want to be President of all the people.

I want to be a President who cares, not only about the Nation's loss of gold, but about 4 million men losing their jobs and income.