Oct 21, 1960
I hope that the Vice President of the United States will abide by that code.
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 21, 1960
I am grateful for the introduction of my old friend and colleague, Newell George.
Oct 21, 1960
I believe the responsibilities which the next President and the next administration will bear are as great as any in our history.
Oct 21, 1960
The plain fact of the matter is that Mr. Nixon does not understand the farm problem any more than Mr. Benson.
Oct 21, 1960
The great issue of our time is whether the world of the future will be a free world or a slave world.
Oct 21, 1960
This is a great country, but this country cannot move forward unless the people of this country will make a decision for progress on November 8.
Oct 21, 1960
To just mouth the old slogans, to talk about the problems of China as if it were just a problem of keeping them out of the United Nations - that is easy.
Oct 21, 1960
My argument with Mr. Nixon, and my disagreement with him in this campaign, and I believe the basic issue of the campaign is the way we look at our country and its problems.
Oct 21, 1960
We need not read deeply into the history of the United States to become aware of the great and vital role which the railroads have played in the opening up and developing of this great Nation.
Oct 21, 1960
I am attempting to show you what this country must do if it is going to fulfill its destiny.
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