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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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Apr 27, 1961

I come here as a citizen of the great Republic, and I believe that the future can belong to those who are free, because I believe it must belong to those who are free.

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Apr 27, 1961

I am not satisfied, as an American, to see people who want to work can't find a job.

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Apr 25, 1961

I am confident that in years to come our two countries will stand as one in safeguarding the greatest of all bonds between us, our common belief in a free and democratic way of life.

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Apr 25, 1961

In expressing the best wishes of my country, I speak for a people who cherish individual liberty and independence, and who have made great sacrifices so that these vital principles might endure.

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Apr 25, 1961

It is with special pleasure, therefore, that we witness the assumption by this new nation of its sovereign place in the world community.

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Apr 24, 1961

President Kennedy stated that the Indonesian Eight-Year Development Plan provides further opportunity for the two nations to work together.

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Apr 24, 1961

You are motivated by desire to see the public interest expanded.

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Apr 23, 1961

Whereas Memorial Day each year provides a fitting occasion upon which our people may not only commemorate the Nation's heroic dead but also unite in prayer for the preservation of liberty and peace free from the threat of war;

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Apr 23, 1961

The heads of the departments, agencies and instrumentalities of the Government shall cooperate with and aid the Attorney General in analyzing the data reported to him

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Apr 23, 1961

Now, Therefore, I, John F. Kennedy, President of the United States, do hereby urge the people of the United States to observe Tuesday, May 30, 1961, Memorial Day, by invoking the blessing of God on those who have died in defense of our…

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Apr 23, 1961

NOW, THEREFORE, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and statutes, and as President of the United States, I hereby order and direct

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Apr 23, 1961

WHEREAS it is in the interest of the United States to obtain truly competitive bids in connection with its procurement, and sale of property and services pursuant to public invitations for bids

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Apr 23, 1961

The course you have chosen to settle the tragic problem of Algeria cannot but meet the approval of those who believe in the principles of democracy and who seek a durable understanding among nations of the world.

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Apr 23, 1961

His country has always held the imagination of the people of the United States.

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Apr 23, 1961

Whereas the same principles and revolutionary beliefs for which our forbears fought and died are still at issue in the world and the challenge against them can be met only through the same qualities of courage, strength, and unflinching…

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Apr 23, 1961

Whereas the high courage and the supreme sacrifice of Americans who gave their lives in battle have made it possible for our land to flourish under freedom and justice;

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Apr 23, 1961

Continuing the program of Federal assistance to airports is essential to our national security, passenger safety, and economic growth.

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Apr 23, 1961

The increase in the speed, weight, and capacity of jet age aircraft has already antiquated many existing airports and threatens to outmode many more.

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Apr 23, 1961

The Attorney General is granted authority to establish reasonable exemptions and variations from the requirements of section 1 or of section 3 from time to time based upon his experience in connection with this order

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Apr 23, 1961

He occupies the unique role in the life of his country and his people that was occupied by the early founders of this country.

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