It is customary for speakers on these occasions to say in graduating addresses that commencement signifies the beginning instead of an end.

I want to express my thanks to all of you.

That is an almost unique role to play, and I know you feel the same sense of pride in your chance, in your time, in your day, to play a part in the life of the Great Republic as do all of us whose responsibilities are somewhat different.

I want to express very warm appreciation to all of you for your generous welcome and for coming out to greet us.

This is a role which we are proud to accept, and I am particularly proud to see the United States accept it in the presence of these young men who have committed themselves to the service of our country and to the cause of its freedom.

I want to congratulate all of you who have chosen the United States Air Force as a career.

What you do here far away from Washington, far away from some of our great capitals, far away from the many countries which depend upon us, what you do here, what progress you make, what dedication you demonstrate makes a significant…

For some of you will travel where no man has ever traveled before.

This must give you the greatest possible satisfaction because never in history has so much depended upon one people, and I think never in history has one people been so willing to assume that responsibility.

It is worth noting that all of the decisions which we now face today will come in increased numbers in the months and years ahead.

The fact that the greatest value of all of the weapons of massive retaliation lies in their ability to deter war does not diminish their importance.

This commitment, I believe, is essential to a strong and forward-looking Nation, and indicates the future of the manned aircraft as we move into a missile age as well.

In taking on this delicate and urgent assignment you have performed a most important service in the national interest.

I want to express my appreciation for becoming an instant graduate of this academy, and consider it a high honor.

Mr. President, we welcomed you here with your reputation well before and you, also, because of our high regard for your country.

The authority vested in the President by paragraph (b) of section 43 of the Act of May 12, 1933, as amended (31 U.S.C. 821 (b)), to issue silver certificates against any silver bullion, silver, or standard silver dollars in the Treasury…

The persistence of hunger during this decade is unacceptable either morally or socially.

For the first time in the history of the world we do know how to produce enough food now to feed every man, woman, and child in the world.

We have the ability, as members of the human race, we have the means, we have the capacity to eliminate hunger from the face of the earth in our lifetime.

No single technique of politics, finance, or education can, by itself, eliminate hunger.

The amendment made by this Order shall not affect any act done, or any right accruing or accrued or any suit or proceeding had or commenced in any civil or criminal cause prior to the date of this Order but all such liabilities shall…

Ladies and gentlemen, I hope you will all join with me in drinking to the very good health of the President, coming from a country far different from ours, but it shows really what a small world it is and how much we share the same…

I, John F. Kennedy, President of the United States of America, do hereby direct that the flag of the United States be displayed on all Government buildings on Friday, June 14, 1963.

I also call upon all fellow Americans to observe Flag Day by flying the Stars and Stripes at their homes or other suitable places and by pondering our duties and responsibilities as well as our rights and blessings as Americans, to the end…

I am glad to welcome you here, Mr. President, because of your own kindness to Mrs. Kennedy during her journey to India.