John Kennedy actually said...

Today, we cannot even identify the cause of retardation in 75 percent of the cases.

Remarks Upon Signing Bill for the Construction of Mental Retardation Facilities and Community Mental Health Centers

10/30/1963

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Listen, Colonel, we are really proud of you, and I must say you did a wonderful job.

The salaries for the services they perform should be fixed under well-understood and objective standards.

This will furnish a greater incentive for employees striving to prepare themselves for higher responsibilities.

I have found no more sensible standard for determining Government salaries.