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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 7, 1960

There is no place in the world that is not of concern to all of us.

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Oct 7, 1960

My hope is to put all farmers on the same footing as the tobacco producer.

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Oct 6, 1960

I believe that, rather than tell the lie which we told, rather than indicate that the flights would continue, it would have been far better to have expressed regrets.

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Oct 6, 1960

I believe we should not carry out a hard money, high interest rate policy which helped intensify... the recession of 1958.

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Oct 6, 1960

I believe that before we go into the summit... it's important that the United States build its strength.

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Oct 6, 1960

I regret that the Republican member has not shown up as yet to debate with Congressman Bolling or Mr. Nixon.

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