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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 13, 1960

Republican or Democrat, success or failure in November, this is a great country.

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Oct 13, 1960

My feeling is that this should be more orderly, that the Federal Government should assist in school construction.

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Oct 12, 1960

I have consistently, throughout this campaign, made clear my recognition of the value and importance of the oil-depletion allowance.

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Oct 12, 1960

At the present time, with exploration and development declining, it is essential that there be a careful review of this entire problem to insure that policy regarding depletion is adequate to safeguard our future energy needs.

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Oct 12, 1960

I realize its purpose and value are to provide a rate of exploration, development, and production adequate to our national security and the requirements of our economy.

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Oct 12, 1960

I do not suggest... that Mr. Nixon has the slightest sympathy, involvement, or in any way imply any inferences in regard to the Ku Klux Klan

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Oct 12, 1960

I believe all of those should be gone over in detail to make sure that no one is getting a tax break

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Oct 12, 1960

As President, I would initiate such a study as a first order of national business.

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Oct 12, 1960

Creation of an executive board of the nationwide Educators for Kennedy Committee was announced today by Senator John F. Kennedy.

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