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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.

Sep 27, 1960

We have a Democratic Congress. I hope we are going to have a Democratic Executive.

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Sep 27, 1960

So I hope that you feel as I feel, that in helping this campaign, you also contribute not merely as Democrats or Republicans to a campaign, but in fulfilling a responsibility which goes with citizenship.

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Sep 27, 1960

I want us to demonstrate that we can be first; not, if or but or when, but first, now, period.

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Sep 27, 1960

We Democrats have believed at all times and at all places in using the Federal Government to help people.

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Sep 27, 1960

I am a candidate for the office of the Presidency, and I run for the office with a full recognition that the United States moves through very difficult times.

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Sep 27, 1960

I want an America that is not 'first, if,' not 'first, but,' not 'first, when,' not 'first, maybe,' but 'first,' period.

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Sep 27, 1960

This campaign cannot possibly be run without money to pay for transportation - these are the humdrum things - television, radio, and all the rest.

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