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On the recordOctober 24, 1960
First, can we in this country maintain full employment, build a stronger and more vital society, that demonstrates that freedom and productivity go hand in hand together?
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Joseph Kennedy
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Remarks of Senator John F. Kennedy, Baker Park, St. Charles, IL

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On that day let us gather in sanctuaries dedicated to worship and in homes blessed by family affection to express our gratitude for the glorious gifts of God; and let us earnestly and humbly pray that He will continue to guide and sustain us in the great unfinished tasks of achieving peace, justice, and understanding among all men and nations and of ending misery and suffering wherever they exist.

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I want to express my very sincere thanks to all of you and the companies you represent which led the way.

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