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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.

Jun 11, 1961

The reorganization plan will meet both of those needs by placing responsibility and authority for the administration of the activities of the Federal Home Loan Bank Board in the Chairman of the Board.

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Jun 7, 1961

It is therefore a particular source of pleasure to me, Mr. President, to inform you that we recognize in your life and in your efforts and in your commitments, a strong passion for freedom for your own people and for people everywhere.

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Jun 7, 1961

They found that they had a common approach to the problems of the free world.

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Jun 7, 1961

It is therefore a particular source of satisfaction to welcome you to the United States, which also many years ago passed through a similar experience.

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Jun 4, 1961

Their discussion covered the major problems, both economic and political, and revealed once again the close agreement of the two governments in pursuing their common purposes.

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Jun 4, 1961

Our friendship with Great Britain goes back to our earliest beginnings.

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Jun 4, 1961

The situation in regard to Germany was reviewed and there was full agreement on the necessity of maintaining the rights and obligations of the allied governments in Berlin.

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Jun 4, 1961

I want to express how important I believe your responsibility is here in this great country.

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Jun 4, 1961

Particular attention was also given to the nuclear tests conference and to the question of disarmament.

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Jun 4, 1961

Occasion was given to review the need for economic collaboration and expansion in the general interest of developed and underdeveloped countries alike.

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