John F. Kennedy Quotes
A nation reveals itself not only by the men it produces but also by the men it honors, the men it remembers.
Kennedy, John F. "Remarks at Amherst College Upon Receiving an Honorary Degree, October 26, 1963." Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: John F. Kennedy, 1963, U.S. Government Printing Office, 1964, p. 815.
1st Earl of Beaconsfield
Although a member of the Prime Minister’s party and Cabinet, Cooper was so outraged that he called for Chamberlain’s resignation leading to Winston Churchill becoming Prime Minister.
See Montesquieu {618579} for a slightly earlier version.
1st Earl of Beaconsfield
Most countries have long national memories that can be very destructive at times because the past cannot be forgotten. The Balkan nations for example, often determine their current policies by what occurred over 1000 years ago.
Chautauqua, New York, was a small town in upstate New York that during the summer attracted thousands of people from all parts of the country who were interested in politics and the general condition of society. Major speakers would alternate with discussion groups and debates. It was much like the Aspen Institute except that the costs were very low and many people could afford it.
See {640102} and {640101} for his view of what a nation is not.
John Fitzgerald Kennedy, often referred to by his initials JFK, was an American politician who served as the 35th president of the United States from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. Kennedy served at the height of the Cold War, and the majority of his work as president concerned relations with the Soviet Union and Cuba. A Democrat, Kennedy represented Massachusetts in both houses of the U.S. Congress prior to becoming president.
