John Kennedy actually said...

"I have come on this trip to Europe, which is coming to an end, because I believe so strongly that the great power of Europe should be harnessed to the great power of the United States."

"It is our task, I think, Mr. President, to make sure, in the interest of both of our countries, that that association remains as strong in the future as it has been in the past."

"In the heart of Europe, reaching down into the Mediterranean towards Africa, the maintenance of a free democracy here in Italy is of great interest, of vital interest, not only to your own people, but..."

"The United States has carried the great burden of this struggle now for 18 years."