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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.

Aug 17, 1962

Let me just say in conclusion that I don't think there is really anything that we cannot do if we work together to do it.

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Aug 17, 1962

The great strength of this country is unlimited if this country makes up its mind that as a country it's going to move forward.

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Aug 17, 1962

Not the President, not the Senators, not the Congressmen, not the governors, not the commissioners, not the mayors, but 180 million Americans can advance this country into a bright future.

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Aug 17, 1962

This rather brief trip has, I think, emphasized on me, and I hope on those who came with me, and I would hope on all Americans, the wonderful things that our country can do when it joins together in a community sense in order to build this…

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Aug 17, 1962

Now isn't that nice, to come to California and get that sort of service.

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Aug 16, 1962

It is an investment in the growth of the West, in the new cities and industries which this project helps make possible.

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Aug 16, 1962

This August 17th comes at the conclusion of an historic negotiation for the peaceful future of West Iran.

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Aug 16, 1962

The United States joins in the hope that this agreement will lead forward to increasing satisfactory relations among all who have been concerned with it.

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