Why We Go To The Moon
The generation of young people will chart our course to the future.
John F. Kennedy
35th President of the United States (1961–1963), Cold War leader and champion of space exploration.
All moments: John F. Kennedy
- Peace: A Historical Journey — John F. Kennedy
Peace begins with understanding that we all breathe the same air, live on the same planet, and want the same things for our children.
- Ask Not What Your Country Can Do For You — John F. Kennedy
Ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country.
- A Time for Change — John F. Kennedy
We stand at the threshold of a new age, and we need new ideas for new times.
- The Future Is In Our Hands — John F. Kennedy
The future of our people is not determined by the will of other nations but by our own choice.
- The Ambition of a Great People — John F. Kennedy
Mankind is capable of extraordinary achievements when we follow our calling.
- We Choose the Moon — John F. Kennedy
We choose to go to the moon, not because it is easy, but because it is hard.
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