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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.

Jun 4, 1963

This is a role which we are proud to accept, and I am particularly proud to see the United States accept it in the presence of these young men who have committed themselves to the service of our country and to the cause of its freedom.

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Jun 4, 1963

I want to express my appreciation for becoming an instant graduate of this academy, and consider it a high honor.

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Jun 4, 1963

It is customary for speakers on these occasions to say in graduating addresses that commencement signifies the beginning instead of an end.

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Jun 4, 1963

The fact that the greatest value of all of the weapons of massive retaliation lies in their ability to deter war does not diminish their importance.

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Jun 4, 1963

I want to express very warm appreciation to all of you for your generous welcome and for coming out to greet us.

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Jun 3, 1963

The amendment made by this Order shall not affect any act done, or any right accruing or accrued or any suit or proceeding had or commenced in any civil or criminal cause prior to the date of this Order but all such liabilities shall…

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Jun 3, 1963

For the first time in the history of the world we do know how to produce enough food now to feed every man, woman, and child in the world.

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Jun 3, 1963

Ladies and gentlemen, I hope you will all join with me in drinking to the very good health of the President, coming from a country far different from ours, but it shows really what a small world it is and how much we share the same…

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Jun 3, 1963

We have the ability, as members of the human race, we have the means, we have the capacity to eliminate hunger from the face of the earth in our lifetime.

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Jun 3, 1963

I, John F. Kennedy, President of the United States of America, do hereby direct that the flag of the United States be displayed on all Government buildings on Friday, June 14, 1963.

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Jun 3, 1963

The authority vested in the President by paragraph (b) of section 43 of the Act of May 12, 1933, as amended (31 U.S.C. 821 (b)), to issue silver certificates against any silver bullion, silver, or standard silver dollars in the Treasury…

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