JFK Speech
Although John F. Kennedy gave his inagurational address 52 years ago the points Kennedy addressed are still applicable today. The Inaugural Address of John F. Kennedy is considered one of the most significant speeches of the Twentieth Century. Americans feared for a long, drawn-out cold war. He illustrated the contrast between the United States and its enemies, and stated the duties of the United States and its people. Kennedy's speech his vision for American foreign policy, a vision that foreshadowed decades of diplomatic, economic, and even military action to support and defend freedom and liberty around the world.
The most impactful and timeless point Kennedy made was the call for unity. “United, there is little we cannot do in a host of cooperative ventures. Divided, there is little we can do- for we dare not meet a powerful challenge at odd and split asunder.” Kennedy also repeats the phrase “let both sides” President Kennedy’s reference to “both sides” was in reference to the countries allied under NATO and the Soviet-led countries. Today that “let both sides” can be referring to leaders of political parties who differ in opinion concerning economic and social matters. We just expensed a government shut down because our government officials refused to unite and negotiate with one another. Our leaders should reflect upon Kennedy’s words and understand in order for our country to progress they must unite with others that they do not completely agree with.
Another relevant claim Kennedy makes is supporting worldwide peace. He says “to our sister republics south of the border, we offer a special pledge—to convert our good words into good deeds—in a new alliance for progress—to assist free men and free governments in casting off the chains of poverty”
The concept of peace Kennedy outlines in his inauguration should be strived for today. “Finally, to those…who would make themselves our adversary, we offer not a pledge but a request: that both sides
The most impactful and timeless point Kennedy made was the call for unity. “United, there is little we cannot do in a host of cooperative ventures. Divided, there is little we can do- for we dare not meet a powerful challenge at odd and split asunder.” Kennedy also repeats the phrase “let both sides” President Kennedy’s reference to “both sides” was in reference to the countries allied under NATO and the Soviet-led countries. Today that “let both sides” can be referring to leaders of political parties who differ in opinion concerning economic and social matters. We just expensed a government shut down because our government officials refused to unite and negotiate with one another. Our leaders should reflect upon Kennedy’s words and understand in order for our country to progress they must unite with others that they do not completely agree with.
Another relevant claim Kennedy makes is supporting worldwide peace. He says “to our sister republics south of the border, we offer a special pledge—to convert our good words into good deeds—in a new alliance for progress—to assist free men and free governments in casting off the chains of poverty”
The concept of peace Kennedy outlines in his inauguration should be strived for today. “Finally, to those…who would make themselves our adversary, we offer not a pledge but a request: that both sides