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 2, 1960
I think it is appropriate that we begin the 1960 campaign right here in the State of California.
Sep 1, 1960
Finally, New England shares in the urgent economic needs of the entire Nation - the need to provide a decent life for our older citizens and a decent education for our young.
Sep 1, 1960
One by one the States of New England, which 30 years ago were all Republican - Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, then Maine - began to move into the Democratic column until now there stands only two States, New Hampshire and…
Sep 1, 1960
I spoke in accepting the nomination in Los Angeles of the new frontier that is coming into our country.
Sep 1, 1960
But these are problems which leadership and vision - and faith in the people of New England - can conquer.
Sep 1, 1960
Such a program is not a program for New England - it is a program for America.
Sep 1, 1960
The Federal Government cannot do for us what we must do for ourselves, but it can, with more progressive leadership, set the atmosphere in which our economy can be revitalized.
Sep 1, 1960
I want to express my thanks and appreciation to Ed Muskie, my friend and colleague in the U.S. Senate, and I am delighted that I have had a chance to come here in this State on the opening day of a long campaign.
Sep 1, 1960
But we do have our own resources - human resources - the skill and experience and determination of our people.
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