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John 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.

Sep 16, 1962

The organization reserved its overall position pending negotiation on some of the issues involved in these recommendations

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Sep 14, 1962

We realize that whatever may come for this country and for the Navy, that the U.S.S. Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr., will be playing an important and forward part.

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Sep 13, 1962

Enactment of this bill is a significant milestone in our efforts to strengthen the economy and provide a greater measure of economic security to the unemployed.

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Sep 13, 1962

By virtue of the authority vested in me by the Public Works Acceleration Act, approved September 14, 1962 (Public Law 87-658), hereinafter referred to as the Act, and by Section 301 of title 3 of the United States Code, it is hereby…

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Sep 13, 1962

To ensure that prompt use is made of the new authority as soon as funds are available, I am today issuing an Executive Order1designating the Secretary of Commerce as the coordinator of this program.

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Sep 13, 1962

Every proper tool to fight economic decline should be available--for experience teaches that the earlier action is taken, the more effective it is.

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Sep 13, 1962

I shall shortly transmit to Congress a request for the appropriation of funds necessary to get the program under way.

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Sep 12, 1962

I am highly gratified by the action of the Congress in enacting legislation authorizing the establishment of the Point Reyes National Seashore in the State of California.

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Sep 12, 1962

The Point Reyes National Seashore will preserve and make available to a great number of people the outstanding scenic and recreational characteristics of the area.

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Sep 12, 1962

This area is readily accessible to millions of our citizens, and its establishment as a National Seashore will pay vast dividends in the years to come.

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Sep 12, 1962

In this important industry, all parties have a responsibility to cooperate in achieving a settlement without any interruption of work.

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