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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Sep 8, 1960

To deter us from the basic task of securing local self-government for the District.

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Sep 8, 1960

This is a great forum which if given the attention and prestige and support that it needs can serve as a great clearinghouse for peace.

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Sep 8, 1960

I don't run for the office of the Presidency promising that if I am elected life is going to be easy.

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Sep 8, 1960

The United States must be strong; not 'Strong, if,' not 'Strong, when,' not 'Strong enough, but,' but 'Strong first.'

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Sep 8, 1960

It is only stating a fact to say that their patriotism has been demonstrated so thoroughly, in these ways, that the United States as a whole owes them recognition.

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Sep 8, 1960

May the day come in our lifetime when the people of this great and ancient race are freed from the evils of dictatorship, and resume their rightful place as a part of the world of free men.

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Sep 8, 1960

I think this country is a great country, but I think we can do a better job.

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Sep 8, 1960

I would think that he has questioned my ability to fulfill my constitutional oath.

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Sep 8, 1960

The friendship between the people of China and the United States is too firmly founded, and too deeply rooted, to be interrupted by the acts of the totalitarian government which temporarily rules the Chinese mainland.

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Sep 8, 1960

The new frontier is not an easy road, but I think it represents our hope for the future.

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Sep 8, 1960

My answer I tried to respond to Mr. Ritter with was I stated in the field of national security I thought the United States would have to make a bigger effort.

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Sep 8, 1960

The morale would have to be awfully weak, serving in the service, to weaken it still further.

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Sep 8, 1960

I am not planning any attack on Mr. Nixon at the present time.

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Sep 7, 1960

This is a great country, but I think it can be a greater country

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