Feb 1, 1961
The people of this country are strongly behind you and any help that we can give should be made known.
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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Jan 31, 1961
It's not intended as a criticism of any previous action by any previous administration.
Jan 31, 1961
I've directed the Federal Housing Administration to reduce the maximum permissible interest on FHA-insured loans from 5 3/4 to 5 1/2 percent.
Jan 31, 1961
I'm happy to be able to announce that the restrictions recently imposed on travel abroad of dependents of service personnel will be lifted.
Jan 31, 1961
Mrs. Kennedy and I have received over 100,000 letters and telegrams of congratulations and good wishes.
Jan 31, 1961
There are going to be set up five pilot projects for food stamp distribution, and that these will be in areas of maximum chronic unemployment.
Jan 31, 1961
I've asked the Community Facilities Administration to reduce interest rates on new loans to local public bodies for the construction of public facilities, and to broaden their eligibility requirements.
Jan 31, 1961
I would assume they would be available to the press as soon as that leave is over.
Jan 31, 1961
The proposals that we will make will not of themselves unbalance the budget.
Jan 31, 1961
It's easier to sit with a map and talk about what ought to be done than to see it done.
Jan 30, 1961
In that spirit, let us work together to reinvigorate the alliance of American Republics, recognizing the magnitude of the tasks we face, and confident in the strength of the heritage we share.
Jan 30, 1961
It is my earnest wish, Mr. President, to fortify the spirit of cooperation and mutual esteem which has always marked relations between our countries.
Jan 30, 1961
And I am delighted to have this chance, through Dave Garroway, to emphasize our great national interest in developing our hospitals, developing research, training doctors, training nurses--and spreading the benefits of modern medicine…
Jan 30, 1961
I think we are inclined to think that if we watch a football game or a baseball game, that we have taken part in it.
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