Feb 2, 1962
Hereby proclaim an embargo upon trade between the United States and Cuba in accordance with paragraphs 2 and 3 of this proclamation.
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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Feb 2, 1962
He said that on humanitarian grounds exports of certain foodstuffs, medicines, and medical supplies from the United States to Cuba would be excepted from this embargo.
Feb 1, 1962
I urge, therefore, that the Congress promptly consider this legislation.
Feb 1, 1962
We can strengthen the monetary system in general and the position of the United States in that system by augmenting the resources and flexibility of the International Monetary Fund.
Feb 1, 1962
Participation by the United States in the proposed arrangements is in the national interest.
Feb 1, 1962
The International Monetary Fund has been a vital force for economic stability in the free world ever since it was formed in 1946.
Jan 31, 1962
Our record is a proud one--and it sharply refutes those who accuse us of thinking only in the materialistic terms of cash registers and calculating machines
Jan 31, 1962
The lack of experienced social workers for programs dealing with children and their families is especially critical
Jan 31, 1962
We must find ways of returning far more of our dependent people to independence
Jan 31, 1962
It is my hope and expectation that the forthcoming conference will make significant progress toward the achievement of the goal of disarmament with effective methods of insuring compliance.
Jan 31, 1962
Their contribution to our national strength and well-being in the intervening years has been remarkable
Jan 31, 1962
We believe strongly in the American system, and my strong conviction is that as a result of this meeting and as a result of the efforts of the delegation, this system has been strengthened--and I think communism has been isolated in this…
Jan 31, 1962
It is essential that state and local welfare agencies be staffed with enough qualified personnel to insure constructive and adequate attention to the problems of needy individuals
Jan 31, 1962
Never before in the history of man has the importance of arms control and disarmament been so great.
Jan 31, 1962
To strengthen our human resources--to demonstrate the compassion of free men--and in the light of our own constructive self-interest--we must bring our welfare programs up to date
Jan 31, 1962
The existence of this new Agency is a source of strength to me, in the performance of my responsibility to pursue a new type of world security which will increase our own prospects of living in peace and freedom.
Jan 31, 1962
Sounder public welfare policies will benefit the nation, its economy, its morale, and, most importantly, its people
Jan 31, 1962
The times, the conditions, the problems have changed--and the nature and objectives of our public assistance and child welfare programs must be changed, also, if they are to meet our current needs
Jan 31, 1962
Few nations do more than the United States to assist their least fortunate citizens
Jan 30, 1962
A leading role in space achievements may well hold the key to this country's future.
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