09/05/1960
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"Today, as never before, America needs a strong economy - not only to sustain our defenses - but also to demonstrate to other nations - particularly those wavering between our system and the Communists..."
"In my speech I said I did not think the powers of the Presidency had been used very effectively in national emergency cases."
"The favorable interest rate of 3 1/2 percent on a long-term direct loan will greatly assist in providing adequate housing for our senior citizens at a price which they can pay."
"In this age, when capitalism is on trial, we cannot have a policy that is less than the best."