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We stand today on the edge of a new frontier - the frontier of the 1960s - a frontier of unknown opportunities and peril
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"We stand today on the edge of a new frontier - the frontier of the 1960's - a frontier of unknown opportunities and perils - a frontier of unfulfilled hopes and threats"

- John F. Kennedy

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John F. Kennedy's quote speaks to the unpredictability of the 1960s. He acknowledges that the decade holds both chances and dangers, and that it is a time of both unfulfilled hopes and risks. Kennedy's words recommend that the 1960s is a time of fantastic potential, however also of terrific danger. He is contacting the people of the United States to embrace the obstacles of the years and to aim to make the most of the chances it presents. Kennedy's words also recommend that the 1960s is a time of terrific change, which the people of the United States need to be prepared to face the unidentified and to take risks in order to take advantage of the years. Kennedy's words are a call to action, and a tip that the future doubts, however that it depends on individuals of the United States to take advantage of the opportunities and to face the difficulties of the 1960s.

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John F. Kennedy This quote is written / told by John F. Kennedy between May 29, 1917 and November 22, 1963. He was a famous President from USA. The author also have 93 other quotes.

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