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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.

Sep 8, 1963

I think that what they are wondering is what effect this will have, whether the North, which has supported civil rights in the past, will continue to support it.

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Sep 8, 1963

I think the balance of power still rests with the West, and I think it can increase our strength if we make the right decisions this year, economically, here at home and in the field of foreign policy.

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Sep 6, 1963

I know something about the number of men who were lost in that difficult and dangerous service with the Coastal Command, and I take the greatest pride and satisfaction in extending our very best wishes to all of them.

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Sep 6, 1963

It sets an example for all those who came after, and I know that my brother and all those others who served with the squadron who are not with you are with you tonight in spirit.

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Sep 6, 1963

So I wish you would extend to all who were there my very best greetings.

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Sep 6, 1963

I think it is appropriate as we look to the future of our country that we also recall those who served it in times past.

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Sep 6, 1963

HELLO, Admiral, I want to express all of our thanks to you and to send our very best wishes to all those who served in the '110.'

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Sep 6, 1963

President Kennedy assured His Majesty of the continuing desire of the United States to cooperate with Afghanistan in economic and technical fields and by so doing to contribute to the success of the efforts which Afghanistan is making to…

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Sep 6, 1963

And I know from the letters which my family received during the Second World War how much my brother valued his association with this distinguished squadron which had an outstanding record in the winter, spring, and the summer patrolling…

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Sep 6, 1963

I share with them a satisfaction in what they did for the United States.

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