The very word ‘secrecy’ is repugnant in a free and open society; and we are as a people inherently and historically opposed to secret societies, to secret oaths, and to secret proceedings. – John F. Kennedy

When written in Chinese, the word ‘crisis’ is composed of two characters. One represents danger and the other represents opportunity – John F. Kennedy

I’m an idealist without illusions – John F. Kennedy

It is an unfortunate fact that we can secure peace only by preparing for war – John F. Kennedy

My fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country – John F. Kennedy

All free men, wherever they may live, are citizens of Berlin. And therefore, as a free man, I take pride in the words ‘Ich bin ein Berliner!’ – John F. Kennedy