John Kennedy actually said...

"The Democrats have traditionally held that the officials who man our key posts in defense and foreign policy should be selected for their superior ability, whatever their party affiliation may be."

"But, we have just begun to fight."

"It is inconceivable to me that anyone could oppose these measures."

"While I naturally wanted to see the Senate version of the minimum wage bill enacted into law, I and the colleagues supporting me were willing to accept a reasonable compromise."