In the thread below, I quoted Lincoln. In another, related thread, I quoted FDR. Here I quote from John F. Kennedy's speech on July 4, 1962. You can read the entire speech at https://www.jfklibrary.org/archives/other-resources/john-f-kennedy-speeches/philadelphia-pa-19620704. You can even listen to it there.
JFK was speaking at Independence Hall in Philadelphia in a unique public address to the Governors of all 50 states. 1/
I have zero interest in anything the current occupant of the White House may say this evening. But I do enjoy certain passages about the Declaration of Independence and democracy from others who have lived and worked there. Thought I'd share a few. 1/