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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.

Jul 29, 1963

In answer to your question, yes, we are now and we will in the future have long-term, very low interest rate loans which will be available for the Brazilian Government, the country of Brazil, in those areas where capital is needed.

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Jul 29, 1963

Private investment goes where there is a return on capital, which may or may not serve the particular national need of the time.

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Jul 29, 1963

I hope you will raise these same questions, and any others that we didn't answer, with them.

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Jul 29, 1963

I want to take this opportunity to express my very strong personal appreciation to Admiral Anderson.

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Jul 29, 1963

I regard the relationship between Latin America--of which Brazil is the largest country--I regard that as essential for the security of this hemisphere, for the maintenance of the freedom of our country and the countries associated with us.

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Jul 29, 1963

So I want to express my very warm appreciation to him for 2 very valuable years to our country.

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Jul 29, 1963

The United States has really gotten two for one in this case--Mrs. Anderson.

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Jul 29, 1963

I have found his loyalty to his country, his good will towards all of us who work in the White House, and his willingness to take responsibility and to take it effectively to be--I know of no superior.

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