Political Quotes

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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Oct 16, 1960

I think we can do better in having friends, not foes, in Cuba, only 90 miles away.

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Oct 16, 1960

It is my judgment a question as to whether the United States is meeting its responsibilities here at home and abroad.

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Oct 16, 1960

I believe that this is a great country, but it must be greater.

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Oct 16, 1960

I received word today that Mr. Nixon would not agree to a fifth debate.

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Oct 16, 1960

No man can serve two masters, for either he will hate one and love the other, or else he will hold to one and despise the other.

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Oct 16, 1960

First, no officer or employee of the executive branch shall use his official position for financial profit or personal gain, or reveal to others confidential information acquired through his position.

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Oct 16, 1960

I think we can do better in the matter that Franklin Roosevelt touched here in Columbus 28 years ago - in the matter of monetary policy.

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Oct 16, 1960

Any American who holds the view that the tide of history can only move in our favor if we move here at home, should vote for Mr. Nixon.

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Oct 16, 1960

I come here as the Democratic candidate for the Presidency of the United States.

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Oct 16, 1960

But the rise in interest - tiny as it may seem - adds thousands of dollars to his costs.

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Oct 16, 1960

I think we are going to win in Ohio and in the Nation, the kind of victory Roosevelt won in 1932.

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Oct 16, 1960

Let me make it very clear that this country will not be in a position of influence around the world unless we are strong here in the United States.

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Oct 16, 1960

As long as there are Americans who want to work and can't find it, I ask your help in that effort.

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Oct 16, 1960

I believe this is a powerful country but it must be more powerful.

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Oct 16, 1960

The success of a party means little unless it is being used by the Nation for a great purpose.

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Oct 16, 1960

We disagree on the goals of our country and we disagree on the means of attaining these goals.

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Oct 16, 1960

We want to be first on the far side of the moon and here in this country.

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Oct 16, 1960

I do not believe that there are any problems which once set before us cannot be met.

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Oct 15, 1960

The rainbowlike spectrum of his political beliefs defies description in either color or breadth.

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