We have the power to make this the best generation of mankind in the history of the world or to make it the last – John F. Kennedy

If art is to nourish the roots of our culture, society must set the artist free to follow his vision wherever it takes him – John F. Kennedy

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

When power leads man toward arrogance, poetry reminds him of his limitations. When power narrows the area of man’s concern, poetry reminds him of the richness and diversity of existence. When power corrupts, poetry cleanses – John F. Kennedy

Conformity is the jailer of freedom and the enemy of growth – John F. Kennedy

The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining – John F. Kennedy