Efforts and courage are not enough without purpose and direction – John F. Kennedy

As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them – John F. Kennedy

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

A nation which has forgotten the quality of courage which in the past has been brought to public life is not as likely to insist upon or regard that quality in its chosen leaders today – and in fact we have forgotten – John F. Kennedy

To state the facts frankly is not to despair the future nor indict the past. The prudent heir takes careful inventory of his legacies and gives a faithful accounting to those whom he owes an obligation of trust – John F. Kennedy

Unconditional war can no longer lead to unconditional victory. It can no longer serve to settle disputes… can no longer be of concern to great powers alone – John F. Kennedy