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John Fitzgerald Kennedy: “Peace and freedom are prerequisites for overcoming the obstacles that still prevent the greater part of mankind from…”

On the recordJune 23, 1963
Peace and freedom are prerequisites for overcoming the obstacles that still prevent the greater part of mankind from enjoying full participation in social and economic development.
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John Fitzgerald Kennedy
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Joint Statement Following Discussions in Bonn With Chancellor Adenauer.

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