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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 4, 1960

I want to express my great appreciation to all of you for your kindness in coming out and giving us a warm Hoosier welcome.

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Oct 4, 1960

I am here running in Indiana, and I just wanted to stop here and ask your help in this campaign.

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Oct 4, 1960

I don't believe that anyone can live in Indiana and in the United States and feel that the tide is moving in our favor in this State and around the country.

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Oct 4, 1960

Young people have suddenly become very important in the world.

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Oct 4, 1960

Today, I ask you the young men and women of America to join with us, as pioneers of a New Frontier, to establish a new concept of opportunity.

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Oct 4, 1960

I believe that the United States and Indiana will move into the Democratic column in November.

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Oct 4, 1960

I come here today and ask your help in a tough fight here in Indiana.

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Oct 4, 1960

Never before in the history of the world has such a phenomenon occurred.

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Oct 4, 1960

My opponent, of course, is reluctant to admit around election time that he is a Republican.

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Oct 4, 1960

Let us initiate a program based on the principle that Clay and Webster lived by - the rising tide lifts all the boats.

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