John Kennedy actually said...

And in him I believe we see an exceptionable figure--not only in Africa but really on the world scene.

Remarks of Welcome to President Olympio of Togo at the Washington National Airport

03/19/1962

More John Kennedy Quotes

ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.

Let the word go forth from this time and place, to friend and foe alike, that the torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans.

We observe today not a victory of party but a celebration of freedom.

Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend...