May 3, 1961
SEC. 4. Executive Order No. 10656 of February 6, 1956, is hereby revoked.
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.
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May 2, 1961
I think it is most appropriate that today he visited the home of George Washington, because in many ways his own life is comparable to the experiences of the father of our country, General Washington.
May 2, 1961
I think that it's most proper that the first head of state to pay an official state visit to this country in this administration should be President Bourguiba.
May 2, 1961
This is our opportunity, as well as our responsibility; and I am particularly glad to be here today when we are witnessing the swearing-in of a new President.
May 2, 1961
I want to express my appreciation to the President and to the Fellows of this University for the honor that they have bestowed upon me.
May 2, 1961
This will relieve the Board members from the necessity of dealing with many matters of lesser importance and thus conserve their time for the consideration of major matters of policy and planning.
May 2, 1961
I think he knows that the people of this country admire those who stand for principle, those who fight for freedom.
May 2, 1961
I hope that you all will join with me in drinking a toast to President Bourguiba.
May 2, 1961
It is a great pleasure for me as President of the United States and also as a citizen of our country to welcome the President of a friendly country and a distinguished world statesman.
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