John Kennedy actually said...

I believe it is important that the President of the United States personify the ideals of our society, speak out on this, associate ourselves with the great fight for equality.

Context

Excerpts of Remarks of Senator John F. Kennedy, Public Rally, Hotel Theresa, New York, NY

10/11/1960

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