John Kennedy actually said...

"I recommend that we now join with other nations through UNESCO in preventing what would otherwise be an irreparable loss to science and the cultural history of Mankind."

"We have also had a special interest in the civilization of ancient Egypt from which many of our own cultural traditions have sprung"

"You have our warmest good wishes for every success."

"Now, Therefore, I, John F. Kennedy,President of the United States of America, call upon the appropriate officials of the Government to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings..."