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John F. Kennedy: Industries--and I believe this is most vital--industries will move their plants and jobs and capital inside the walls of…

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Industries--and I believe this is most vital--industries will move their plants and jobs and capital inside the walls of the Common Market, and jobs, therefore, will be lost here in the United States if they cannot otherwise compete for its consumers.
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John F. Kennedy

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Kennedy warns that industries may relocate to the Common Market, resulting in job losses in the U.S.

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