I have confidence in our ability to close the missile gap, to modernize our conventional forces, and to give this country the kind of defensive strength it needs to stop the next war before it starts.
Speech of Senator John F. Kennedy, Chase Hotel, St. Louis, MO - (Advance Release Text)
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We also have a program here for those whom we regard as mentally restored, those who pass through a difficult period but who are now fully capable of carrying their burden.
No, we are going to build a conventional carrier, which has already been announced at this time.
It would be unwise at this time to answer or reply to Senator Goldwater.
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