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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.

Oct 24, 1960

Possibly he is so uninformed on world affairs that he did not know our prestige had declined.

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Oct 24, 1960

I want you to join me in serving this country and moving this country forward.

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Oct 24, 1960

I have made the charge in this campaign that our prestige has been declining, and our prestige is important, because it involves the question of whether other countries will follow our leadership.

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Oct 24, 1960

We cannot rebuild our prestige under a leader who tells us it is now at an all-time high.

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Oct 24, 1960

First, can we in this country maintain full employment, build a stronger and more vital society, that demonstrates that freedom and productivity go hand in hand together?

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Oct 24, 1960

Mr. Nixon has misstated the facts - either because he chose to misinform the public or because he was uninformed himself.

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Oct 24, 1960

Only the President of the United States can place before the American people the unfinished business of our society.

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Oct 24, 1960

Where can they get a government, a President, a Congress, which will be responsible, progressive, which will strengthen the United States, strengthen our influence around the world, strike a blow for the cause of freedom, build this…

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Oct 24, 1960

A good education is the most valuable resource that you can pass on to your children.

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