John Kennedy actually said...

"It is a most impressive scientific accomplishment, and also I think that we, all of us as members of the race, have the greatest admiration for the Russian who participated in this extraordinary feat."

"It is my sincere desire that in the continuing quest for knowledge of outer space our nations can work together to obtain the greatest benefit to mankind."

"We haven't yet secured the passage of the social security changes, one of which provides for earlier retirement which will, I think, provide some relief."

"My feeling is that we are more durable in the long run."