John Kennedy actually said...

Only a strong and vital America can become the model of Democratic progress to the newly emerging nations who are looking for guidance and for help.

Excerpts of Speech by Senator John F. Kennedy, Boston Garden, Boston, MA - (Advance Release Text)

11/06/1960

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