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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.

Nov 28, 1961

Quite obviously, we've touched on one of the matters which are of importance--civil defense.

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Nov 28, 1961

I feel that I have many responsibilities and the press has less and I would think that the press should deal with that problem.

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Nov 28, 1961

In August, the American nations drafted the Charter of Punta del Este--the framework for the decade of development--a document whose scope and significance is matched only by the Charter of the OAS itself.

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Nov 27, 1961

So gentlemen, on behalf of the trustees, on behalf of the people of this country, I want to present this trophy to you, and to tell you that your achievements give us the greatest possible satisfaction and a sense of pride in knowing that…

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Nov 27, 1961

We were permitted today to come out to the Agency to present this award to him in your presence.

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Nov 27, 1961

Our new policy will in effect provide for the eventual demonetization of silver except for its use in subsidiary coinage.

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