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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 16, 1961

I believe that the legislation will provide the basis for a sound and healthy agricultural economy.

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Apr 16, 1961

This will permit us to make maximum use of our agricultural productivity to further economic development, peace and freedom in the world.

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Apr 16, 1961

It is a source of pleasure to me today, as President, to welcome them.

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Apr 16, 1961

This legislation will offer the farmer an opportunity to share directly in the framing of the programs that determine the marketing of his products.

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Apr 12, 1961

The reduction of existing delays in our regulatory agencies requires the elimination of needless work at their top levels

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Apr 12, 1961

The preservation of a balanced competitive economy is never an easy task

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Apr 12, 1961

I have long felt that too little attention has been given to the overall operation of these agencies by the President

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Apr 12, 1961

The formulation of these standards will require creative imagination

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Apr 11, 1961

We haven't yet secured the passage of the social security changes, one of which provides for earlier retirement which will, I think, provide some relief.

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Apr 11, 1961

The United States was going to continue to meet its commitments to the people on Formosa--the government on Formosa--and I also did discuss the fact that the vote on the moratorium was very close.

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