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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 18, 1961

I can imagine his satisfaction in having opened up the ocean floor to man and to science.

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Apr 18, 1961

What we propose to do, which is to provide medical care for the aged on social security, would be regarded as hopelessly reactionary in England, but nevertheless it's new here.

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Apr 17, 1961

I am convinced that the United States must make full use of its professional and technical skills and resources to assist other nations, particularly those newly emerging.

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Apr 17, 1961

discrimination because of race, creed, color or national origin is contrary to the Constitutional principles and policies of the United States

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Apr 17, 1961

While refraining from military intervention in Cuba, the people of the United States do not conceal their admiration for Cuban patriots who wish to see a democratic system in an independent Cuba.

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Apr 17, 1961

I want immediate and specific action taken to assure that no use is made of the name, sponsorship, facilities, or activity of any Executive Department or Agency by or for any employee recreational organization practicing discrimination…

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Apr 17, 1961

I do hereby designate the week beginning the second Monday in June of 1961, and the week beginning the second Monday in June of each succeeding year, as National Little League Baseball Week.

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Apr 17, 1961

And I invite the people of the United States to observe that week in schools, parks, athletic fields, and other suitable places with appropriate ceremonies and activities designed to emphasize the importance of the physical development of…

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Apr 17, 1961

it is the policy of the Executive Branch of the Government to encourage by positive measures equal opportunity for all qualified persons within the Government

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Apr 16, 1961

The interrelation between prosperity on the farm and economic health of the city has never been more apparent.

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Apr 16, 1961

It is a source of pleasure to me today, as President, to welcome them.

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Apr 16, 1961

We are all Greeks in the great sense of recognizing the wellspring from which all of our efforts began.

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Apr 16, 1961

It is a great pleasure for me to welcome you to the shores of the United States once again.

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Apr 16, 1961

This legislation will offer the farmer an opportunity to share directly in the framing of the programs that determine the marketing of his products.

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Apr 16, 1961

This will permit us to make maximum use of our agricultural productivity to further economic development, peace and freedom in the world.

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Apr 16, 1961

It is a great pleasure to welcome you both here, and I ask you all to rise and drink with me a toast to the King of Greece.

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Apr 16, 1961

I believe that the legislation will provide the basis for a sound and healthy agricultural economy.

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Apr 12, 1961

The reduction of existing delays in our regulatory agencies requires the elimination of needless work at their top levels

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Apr 12, 1961

The formulation of these standards will require creative imagination

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Apr 12, 1961

The preservation of a balanced competitive economy is never an easy task

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Apr 12, 1961

I have long felt that too little attention has been given to the overall operation of these agencies by the President

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Apr 11, 1961

I do hereby call upon the people of the United States, and upon all patriotic, civic, and educational organizations to observe Monday, May 1, 1961, as Loyalty Day, in schools and other suitable places, with appropriate ceremonies in which…

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Apr 11, 1961

I would not want to characterize Mr. Castro except to say that by his own words he has indicated his hostility to democratic rule in this hemisphere.

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