Oct 2, 1960
A strong defense, a strong economy, a strong society serves not only ourselves but serves freedom.
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.
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Oct 2, 1960
Our goals are not the same, nor are the means the same, nor have they been since Theodore Roosevelt.
Oct 2, 1960
Next year a Democratic Congress will pass a good area redevelopment bill.
Oct 2, 1960
It is the President of the United States that can set the goals for the country in housing, minimum wage, social security, unemployment compensation, and in equality of rights for all Americans, regardless of their race or color.
Oct 2, 1960
When we stand still they begin to wonder whether the world is moving in the direction of the Communists.
Oct 2, 1960
We have a good comprehensive program hammered out in years of work in the Senate.
Oct 2, 1960
I would like to emphasize tonight that I do not believe that Mr. Nixon can claim wholly the mantle of Abraham Lincoln.
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