John Kennedy actually said...

The matter which was-which came to the surface or was discussed last year was not considered to be a sound basis for negotiation.

I do not regard our effort as one that concerns only Western Europe and only the United States.

So I hope you will join with me in drinking to the German people, to those who lead them, and most especially to our distinguished host, the...

Because I regard the relationship between the United States and Western Europe as vital to our security.