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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 15, 1960

I think Franklin Roosevelt set before us in his second acceptance speech in 1936 the issues which separate our two parties.

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Oct 15, 1960

During the American Revolution of 1776, Thomas Paine said, 'The cause of America is the cause of all mankind.'

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Oct 15, 1960

Though the problems change, I believe the spirit which motivates the Democratic Party is the same spirit of progress which motivated it when Thomas Jefferson made the Louisiana Purchase.

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Oct 15, 1960

We welcome Mr. Nixon's candid confession at this late hour that he is a Republican.

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Oct 15, 1960

I come here tonight as a candidate for the office of the Presidency of the United States.

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Oct 15, 1960

So, I come here tonight to southern Maryland and ask your support in this campaign.

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Oct 15, 1960

I am in favor of continuing the appropriation of Federal funds for vocational education at the full amounts authorized under the various vocational education acts.

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Oct 15, 1960

I do not believe that the Communists have something to offer Africa, and Latin America, and Asia superior to what we offer.

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