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On the recordSeptember 10, 1960
We hold the view that while this is a great country, we can do better; while this is a great State, we can do better; while this is a powerful country, it can be stronger.
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Joseph Kennedy
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Remarks of Senator John F. Kennedy, Lindbergh Field, San Diego, CA

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