John Kennedy actually said...

"It has channeled our agriculture abundance toward relief of hunger and misery, improvement of living conditions, improved educational opportunity and strengthening of the economies of our friends."

"We will miss your advice and counsel."

"This large and distinguished trophy has been held by some of the most distinguished pioneers in the field of aviation and science, and some of them are with us today."

"We're glad to welcome not only them, but the Aeronautic Association, which sponsors this distinguished and celebrated award."