Oct 23, 1960
I come here today and ask your support in this campaign in building this country of ours.
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 23, 1960
I run for the Presidency in the most serious time in the life of our country and these issues involve the security of everybody here.
Oct 23, 1960
I still find it impossible to understand why Mr. Nixon wants to limit the debate to one subject where there are so many important problems facing the American people.
Oct 23, 1960
There go my people. I must find out where they are going so I can lead them.
Oct 23, 1960
Mr. Nixon has sown the seeds of negation. Time after time, he has said 'No' to the American people.
Oct 23, 1960
I have asked Mr. Nixon to participate in a fifth debate which I think should cover the question of Cuba and other important problems facing the American people.
Oct 23, 1960
It is more than a contest between the Republican Party and the Democratic Party. It is a contest between the contented and the concerned, between those who wish to stand still and those who wish to move ahead.
Oct 23, 1960
It does not represent a drain on the Treasury of $2 billion, because it is paid for on the way.
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