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.
Sep 30, 1960
Our Democratic platform, in which I strongly believe, recognizes the unique legal and moral responsibility of the Federal Government for Indians in restitution for the injustice that has sometimes been done them.
Sep 30, 1960
Any action which we take should be taken through the Organization of American States.
Sep 30, 1960
I must say I would rather have three 12-year-old girls campaigning than I would Hubert or Orville or Gene McCarthy, because actually the things which have to be done in a campaign can be done when you are 12 years old or when you are 80.
Sep 30, 1960
As long as we live, Poland lives; as long as we live, our country lives.
Sep 30, 1960
A new Democratic administration will bring competent, sympathetic, and dedicated leadership to the administration of Indian affairs which will end practices that have eroded Indian rights and resources, reduced the Indians' land base and…
Sep 30, 1960
The Polish national anthem says, 'As long as you live, Poland lives.'
Sep 30, 1960
As long as this country lives, what Thomas Jefferson called the disease of liberty will be catching.
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