Sep 2, 1960
This rally marks the official beginning of the 1960 presidential campaign.
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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Sep 2, 1960
I don't see how one can say that there are no longer any major issues.
Sep 2, 1960
The question was, Do I think we will carry all of them and I said \I could not make a judgment on that at this time. I have not been down South yet.\
Sep 2, 1960
I do. I think we will spend probably more time in California than any other State of the Union.
Sep 2, 1960
My basic belief is that this country is not satisfied to live in a period of relative decline.
Sep 2, 1960
The theme of this campaign is going to be action, action here at home to keep pace with the growing needs of an expanding country, and action abroad to meet the challenge of our adversaries.
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