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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 3, 1960

I think that the lesson we learned from this session was that you cannot possibly pass these bills unless you have the support of the administration, unless you have the affirmative endorsement by whoever is President of the United States…

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Sep 3, 1960

We used to say in Massachusetts when there were over 2 million votes, this was 1952, that we were going to secure 3 out of 5 of every one over 2 million.

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Sep 3, 1960

Yes. I talked on Thursday morning to General Wheeler from the Department of Defense.

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Sep 2, 1960

My judgment is that I would attend, but I would not attempt to advise the President or criticize him for not attending.

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Sep 2, 1960

I want to thank the Governor for being here, and I will be glad to answer any questions anyone will have.

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Sep 2, 1960

We are going to carry this campaign to all parts of the United States, in order to show the American people that this country cannot possibly afford 4 more years of Republican leadership.

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Sep 2, 1960

I have no idea of what is the source of these and, having no idea, I would not attempt to lay them at anyone's door.

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