John Kennedy actually said...

I ask you to join me in this campaign with a full recognition of all opportunities to rebuild our strength, rebuild our prestige, maintain our security, and maintain ourselves as the leaders of the free world.

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Rear Platform Remarks of Senator John F. Kennedy, Tulare, CA

09/08/1960

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