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.
May 2, 1961
I transmit herewith Reorganization Plan No. 3 of 1961, prepared in accordance with the Reorganization Act of 1949, as amended, and providing for reorganization in the Civil Aeronautics Board.
May 2, 1961
I think it is most appropriate that today he visited the home of George Washington, because in many ways his own life is comparable to the experiences of the father of our country, General Washington.
May 1, 1961
The American people have traditionally insisted that those veterans who were injured in the service of their Nation be treated justly and humanely--a policy which will be carried out by this Administration.
May 1, 1961
I strongly recommend early enactment of this legislation by the Congress.
Apr 30, 1961
This is a matter which is receiving great concern under the direction of the Commissioner, under the leadership of the Secretary of the Treasury, under the counsel of the Assistant Secretary of the Treasury, Mr. Surrey--and it is a matter…
Apr 30, 1961
I came over here this morning to express my great interest in the work that you are doing.
Apr 30, 1961
This bill will help make it possible for thousands of Americans who want to work, to work.
Apr 30, 1961
On the high seas, between heaven and the deep, men of all faiths feel a sense of brotherhood with the infinite.
Apr 30, 1961
I want to commend the Members of the House and Senate who've been identified with this issue for a number of years--and they surround me here on both sides.
Apr 30, 1961
I want to commend you for the efforts that you are making to improve our service, to make it easier for people to understand exactly what their responsibility is.
Apr 30, 1961
Over half of the money that is collected under taxes goes to our national defense.
Apr 30, 1961
We expect the best from you, and I can assure you that we will do the best we can here.
Apr 30, 1961
I want to express my great pleasure in signing this bill, which has been before the Congress and before the people for many years.
Apr 30, 1961
In this free society we want to make it possible for everyone to find a job who wants to work and support their families, and this bill is an important step in that direction.
Apr 30, 1961
I want to congratulate them and to say that there's no piece of legislation which has been passed which gives me greater satisfaction to sign.
Apr 30, 1961
I think it is our responsibility to make sure here in the national Government that every dollar that is collected by the Internal Revenue Service, every dollar that is paid by our people, is spent wisely, for a useful national purpose, for…
Apr 30, 1961
Our Nation has ever sought Divine guidance in its hours of thanksgiving and its moments of peril.
Apr 30, 1961
May this Chapel ever inspire those who pause here to dedicate themselves to the service of their fellow men.
Apr 30, 1961
I don't know any other society which attempts what this country attempts to do, which requires really the good will and support of the citizens of the United States in contributing a large share of their income to the maintenance of the…
Apr 28, 1961
the importance of youth fitness to the end that we may assure the continuing strength and well-being of our people
Apr 28, 1961
the fitness of the youth of America is essential to the present and future strength of our Nation
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