John Kennedy actually said...

"I think that is very nice."

"As I say, I am sure that most of you have served in the Armed forces of the United States on other occasions, and I would say that the job that you are engaged in is as important as any work which is ..."

"We want to express our congratulations to this young man and also our pride in him."

"His responsibility to his family is the most deserving of recognition, though as he said from the beginning his primary interest was in helping the members of his family."