On the recordOctober 16, 1960
Let me make it very clear that this country will not be in a position of influence around the world unless we are strong here in the United States.
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presidency.ucsb.eduLet me make it very clear that this country will not be in a position of influence around the world unless we are strong here in the United States.
Remarks of Senator John F. Kennedy, Courthouse Steps, Dayton, Ohio
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