Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 11, 1963
There is no sense in having wide boulevards and beautiful buildings if the children who live in this city do not have an opportunity to develop their talents.
Said by
John Fitzgerald Kennedy
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Remarks at the 50th Anniversary Luncheon of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority

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