Oct 25, 1960
The fact of the matter is that this State and the United States cannot sit still in the 1960's.
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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Oct 25, 1960
I think the time has come to start doing the job, and doing it full time.
Oct 25, 1960
We must hold steadfastly to the Biblical injunction: 'Ye shall know the truth and the truth will make ye free.'
Oct 25, 1960
One of the reasons why I am glad to come to Michigan is because I am running with distinguished, vigorous, progressive Democrats.
Oct 25, 1960
And today, when Mr. Nixon tells us all is well, when he tells us we never had it so good, when he wants us to be satisfied with the record of the last 8 years, you and I look to the future - we look at 1970, when the rest of the world…
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