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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 19, 1960

I come here tonight as the standard bearer for the Democratic Party and that I do with a sense of responsibility.

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Oct 19, 1960

This is a contest between the comfortable and the concerned, and here in Brooklyn they are concerned as they are all over America.

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Oct 19, 1960

I urge that it be given careful study not only by urban officials but also by all others concerned with the life in our cities.

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Oct 19, 1960

He runs on a slogan of standing up to Khrushchev, and yet he is not willing to let the American people hear him for the fifth time espouse his views of what our country must do.

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Oct 19, 1960

I run for the Presidency in the most difficult time in the life of our country, but with the greatest confidence, that if this country is given the kind of leadership which I believe it needs, if we are willing to go to work again, this…

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Oct 19, 1960

I ask the support of all those who believe in progressive government, the government that goes to work.

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Oct 19, 1960

My name is John Kennedy, and I come here as the Democratic candidate for the Presidency of the United States.

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Oct 19, 1960

I run against Mr. Nixon - I wish he were here to hear that cheer.

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Oct 19, 1960

I want to introduce to you the next Congressman from this district, Congressman-to-be Carey.

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