May 28, 1962
Accordingly, it is essential to broaden the base of financial support for candidates and parties.
John Kennedy
The Public Record
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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May 28, 1962
Full and effective disclosure is the best way to control both excessive contributions and unlimited expenditures.
May 28, 1962
Dear Mr.____________:The election of the President of the United States is the supreme expression of the free choice of the American people.
May 28, 1962
For the citizens' free choice to be exercised meaningfully, they must be well-informed about opposing candidates, parties and issues.
May 28, 1962
As one who participated in a presidential campaign, I heartily endorse this recommendation.
May 25, 1962
And we're opposed by those who have opposed, in other days, progress.
May 25, 1962
I believe that we are going to be successful, as I said last Sunday, if not this year--and I believe that we have a very good prospect of being successful this year--then certainly next year.
May 25, 1962
This is in the interests of our senior citizens and all those who will some day occupy that exalted station.
May 25, 1962
But we shall be successful, and when we are, a good deal of the obligation for that success, a good deal of the thanks for that success, will rest with Congressman Forand, and with all of you.
May 24, 1962
We want this administration, this Government, to be identified with this cause.
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