There still is a body of Soviet military equipment and technicians which I think is of serious concern to this Government and the hemisphere.
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 look forward to a constructive working relationship in the years ahead.
These breakfasts are dedicated to prayer and all of us believe in and need prayer.
We cannot prove that there is not a missile in a cave or that the Soviet Union isn't going to ship next week.
We have supported the unification of Europe, economically and politically.
Cuba did not agree to on-site inspection unless there was inspection of the United States, which we did not agree to.
We ought to keep a sense of proportion about the size of the force we're talking about.
Mr. Martin has my full confidence, and I look forward to continuing to work with him and his colleagues on the Board in the interests of a strong United States economy.





