John Kennedy actually said...

This country can afford that waste no longer.

Excerpts from the Speech of Senator John F. Kennedy, Auditorium (Coliseum), Indianapolis, IN - (Advance Release Text)

10/03/1960

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The government and the people of the United States wish Uganda a prosperous future as a sovereign nation.

Uganda's independence strengthens the forces working toward this goal.

The principle of self-determination in Africa has in Uganda proved once more its truth and strength.

I congratulate you and your people upon Uganda's independence.