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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.

Apr 30, 1961

Over half of the money that is collected under taxes goes to our national defense.

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Apr 30, 1961

I want to express my great pleasure in signing this bill, which has been before the Congress and before the people for many years.

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Apr 30, 1961

We expect the best from you, and I can assure you that we will do the best we can here.

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Apr 30, 1961

I want to congratulate them and to say that there's no piece of legislation which has been passed which gives me greater satisfaction to sign.

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Apr 30, 1961

In this free society we want to make it possible for everyone to find a job who wants to work and support their families, and this bill is an important step in that direction.

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Apr 30, 1961

I don't know any other society which attempts what this country attempts to do, which requires really the good will and support of the citizens of the United States in contributing a large share of their income to the maintenance of the…

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Apr 30, 1961

Our Nation has ever sought Divine guidance in its hours of thanksgiving and its moments of peril.

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Apr 30, 1961

I think it is our responsibility to make sure here in the national Government that every dollar that is collected by the Internal Revenue Service, every dollar that is paid by our people, is spent wisely, for a useful national purpose, for…

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Apr 30, 1961

I want to commend you for the efforts that you are making to improve our service, to make it easier for people to understand exactly what their responsibility is.

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