John Kennedy actually said...

Except under license issued therefor pursuant to the provisions of this order, no person subject to the jurisdiction of the United States sh...

The gratitude of the nation as well as my own warm wishes will go with you into whatever field of endeavor you turn your energies.

Your judgment, your perceptiveness and your vigorous approach to our common problems have been of tremendous value to me.

It is only with deep regret that I accede to your request to retire from active duty.