John Kennedy actually said...

"We are ever mindful of the vital role which the Turkish nation has played and continues to play in the NATO defensive shield."

"When enacted, the legislation will exert a stabilizing effect upon our economy, helping to maintain consumer purchasing power and cushioning any economic reverses."

"It will provide a very effective protection for our older citizens."

"It will make unnecessary the temporary stop-gap legislation sought each time a crisis develops, and modernize the system to better meet the needs of the worker, the community and the nation."