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John Fitzgerald 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.

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Mar 13, 1962

Mens minds, men's hearts, and men's spiritual aspirations alike demand no less than a reversal of the course of recent history.

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Mar 13, 1962

If the Soviet Union desired to see this matter settled peacefully, it would seem to me that all sides, both sides, should bend every effort during these days, particularly during the time of the Geneva disarmament conference, to avoid…

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Mar 13, 1962

I still expect to go in the of the Presidents first half of the year; that's correct.

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Mar 13, 1962

President Kennedy congratulated President Ahidjo for his successful efforts in the progressive development of his country.

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Mar 13, 1962

We must pledge ourselves at the outset to an unceasing effort to continue until the job is done.

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Mar 13, 1962

I do not intend to go unless there is a situation develops which I believe would make such a trip fruitful and rewarding.

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Mar 12, 1962

I would like to think that that is because both of our countries wish to identify themselves with the cause of the great majority of people who wish to be free and independent.

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Mar 12, 1962

For all history shows that the effort to win progress within freedom represents the most determined and steadfast aspiration of man.

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Mar 12, 1962

I want to welcome you to the United States and to this Capital on behalf of the American people.

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Mar 12, 1962

Our mission, I said, was 'to complete the revolution of the Americas--to build a Hemisphere where all men can hope for a suitable standard of living--and all can live out their lives in dignity and freedom.'

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Mar 12, 1962

We hope that you will find here in the United States things which will be of value to you in your efforts.

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Mar 12, 1962

Those who make peaceful revolution impossible will make violent revolution inevitable.

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Mar 12, 1962

Africa, in a sense, is a newly discovered continent for the people of America, and we are attempting to learn, and to join in every possible way, to associate ourselves with the best in Africa.

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Mar 12, 1962

'We, the American Republics, hereby proclaim our decision to unite in a common effort to bring our people accelerated economic progress and broader social justice within the framework of personal dignity and individual liberty.'

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Mar 12, 1962

And I can assure you that we regard your visit here as an opportunity for us to learn more about your country and its people and also about the problems and the opportunities of Africa which loom so large now on the world scene.

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Mar 12, 1962

It shocked me to find out that the President of the Central African Republic is thirty years of age.

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Mar 12, 1962

We look to Africa with the greatest interest, the greatest hope.

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Mar 11, 1962

It will make unnecessary the temporary stop-gap legislation sought each time a crisis develops, and modernize the system to better meet the needs of the worker, the community and the nation.

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Mar 11, 1962

The burden of excessively high unemployment compensation taxes that exist in several States would be removed.

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Mar 11, 1962

The wider coverage, extended benefit periods and increased benefit amounts will lessen the hardship and suffering that accompany unemployment and will, at the same time, provide a stimulus to business.

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Mar 11, 1962

When enacted, the legislation will exert a stabilizing effect upon our economy, helping to maintain consumer purchasing power and cushioning any economic reverses.

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Mar 11, 1962

I am hopeful, and I believe strongly, that the Congress should pass this legislation this year.

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Mar 11, 1962

We in America are proud to be allied with the Turkish people in a determined effort to bring peace and prosperity to all mankind.

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