John Kennedy actually said...

But the first ingredient, let me emphasize, is the cessation of work on missile sites in Cuba and measures to render such weapons inoperable...

I would like to say again that the United States is very much interested in reducing tensions and halting the arms race; and if your letter ...

The first thing that needs to be done, however, is for work to cease on offensive missile bases in Cuba and for all weapons systems in Cuba ...

I have read your letter of October 26th with great care and welcomed the statement of your desire to seek a prompt solution to the problem.