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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 7, 1960

We must establish a Council of Resource and Conservation Advisers in the Office of the President himself.

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Sep 7, 1960

In the 1960's we need a whole new concept of resource development, so vast, so complex, and so essential are our natural resources that they cannot be parceled out piecemeal.

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Sep 7, 1960

I run for the office of the Presidency in the most difficult time in the life of our country, in many ways the most difficult in a hundred years.

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Sep 7, 1960

This is an important campaign because it is an important country, and because all of us are anxious to see the United States move ahead.

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Sep 7, 1960

I campaign for the office of the Presidency in a very difficult and dangerous time in the life of our country.

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Sep 7, 1960

I think we are going to have to meet the problems we face here at home if we are going to successfully convey an image of vitality and strength abroad

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Sep 7, 1960

I can assure you that while I do not promise an easy future, I can promise you that the United States will move again.

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Sep 7, 1960

This is one of the top jobs in our national campaign and one to which I am sure Governor Collins will bring his great talents and abilities.

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