The Peace Corps has permitted more Americans from more walks of life to exhibit more of these qualities on a more generous scale than ever before in the history of this country.
John Kennedy
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John Fitzgerald Kennedy was the 35th President of the United States, serving from January 20, 1961, until his assassination on November 22, 1963. A member of the Democratic Party, he was born in Massachusetts and is often remembered for his leadership during the Cuban Missile Crisis, which brought the world to the brink of nuclear war. Kennedy also established the Peace Corps, promoting international service and cooperation, and he advocated for civil rights, laying the groundwork for future legislation in this area.
I suggest that all departments and agencies administering loans, loan guarantee and insurance programs (including related grant programs) be guided by the principles outlined in the Report in administering their present programs and…
A high rate of investment in education is essential for our national economic growth, our scientific advancement and our national security.
Nowhere is the profile of the best of American youth better drawn than in our Peace Corps volunteers.
The effects of unemployment are nowhere more depressing and disheartening than among the young.
The Nation needs a land acquisition program to preserve both prime Federal and State areas for outdoor recreation purposes.
I am asking the Director of the Bureau of the Budget to take the lead in assuring an effective and equitable application of those guidelines.
Congratulations on your victory in the historic referendum on Saturday.
This demonstration of support should renew your confidence in the rightness of your course and strengthen your resolve to lead Iran to further achievements in the struggle to better the lot of your people.
In freeing themselves, the Negroes have enlarged the freedoms of all Americans.





