John Kennedy actually said...

"It would be of great interest to those responsible for the conduct of our respective space programs if they could obtain operational tracking services from each other's territories."

"Given our common interest in manned space flights and in insuring man's ability to survive in space and return safely, I propose that we pool our efforts and exchange our knowledge in the field of spa..."

"Perhaps we could render no greater service to mankind through our space programs than by the joint establishment of an early operational weather satellite system."

"I will welcome your concrete suggestions along these or other lines."