John Fitzgerald 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.
Dec 30, 1962
Well, I think it would seem to me that if anybody bothered to read the pact in detail--we made several offers to the British.
Dec 28, 1962
On behalf of my Government and my country, I welcome you to the United States.
Dec 28, 1962
Your conduct and valor are proof that although Castro and his fellow dictators may rule nations, they do not rule people.
Dec 28, 1962
I can assure you that it is the strongest wish of the people of this country, as well as the people of this hemisphere, that Cuba shall one day be free again.
Dec 28, 1962
Let them see in us, Marti said, constructive Americans and not empty bitterness.
Dec 28, 1962
I can assure you that this flag will be returned to this brigade in a free Havana.
Dec 27, 1962
The Emancipation Proclamation expresses our Nation's policy, rounded on justice and morality, and that it is therefore fitting and proper to commemorate the centennial of the historic Emancipation Proclamation throughout the year 1963.
Dec 27, 1962
I request the United States Commission on Civil Rights to plan and participate in appropriate commemorative activities recognizing the centennial of the issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation.
Dec 27, 1962
I call upon all citizens of the United States and all officials of the United States and of every State and local government to dedicate themselves to the completion of the task of assuring that every American, regardless of his race…
Dec 27, 1962
I call upon the Governors of the States, mayors of cities, and other public officials, as well as private persons, organizations, and groups, to observe the centennial by appropriate ceremonies.
Dec 27, 1962
I determine that the modifications of existing duties and other import restrictions of the United States, the additional import restrictions, and the continuance of existing customs and excise treatment of articles imported into the United…
Dec 27, 1962
Now, Therefore, I, John F. Kennedy, under the authority vested in me, as President, by the Constitution and statutes, particularly section 350 of the Tariff Act of 1930, do proclaim that
Dec 20, 1962
As a possible alternative the President suggested that the Royal Air Force might use the Hound Dog missile.
Dec 17, 1962
I would hope that in the years ahead, as our cultural life develops and takes on new forms, the Federal Government would be prepared to play its proper role in encouraging cultural activities throughout the Nation.
Dec 17, 1962
This wonderful equality in the cultural world is an old American phenomenon.
Dec 17, 1962
I want to express our appreciation to the people of the Bahamas for their welcome.
Dec 17, 1962
The arts in the United States are, like so many other of our activities, varied and decentralized to a high degree.
Dec 17, 1962
And I do think it fair to say that we really do much better in warmer climates, so I am delighted that we are here today.
Dec 17, 1962
In the Nation's Capital, the Federal Government, of course, has special obligations.
Dec 17, 1962
The world looks better today than it did yesterday, and I am sure it's due to our pleasure in being on this island in the sun.
Dec 17, 1962
To work for the progress of the arts in America is exciting and fruitful because what we are dealing with touches virtually all the citizens.
Dec 17, 1962
The life of the artist is, in relation to his work, stern and lonely.
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