JFK TOLD OF RNC RESOLUTION SAYING HE WAS A FAILURE
Washington, D.C. (JFK+50) On July 17, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was asked at his news conference* if he thought America was moving. The reporter added, "if so, how and where?"
The question was based on JFK's 1960 campaign statement that it was "time for America to get moving" again.
Before JFK could respond, however, the reporter added...
"The reason I ask you the question, Mr. President, is that the Republican National Committee recently adopted a resolution saying you were pretty much a failure."
The President, with his characteristic wry wit, answered...
"I am sure it was passed unanimously."
*The news conference was held in the State Department Auditorium in Washington, D.C.
JFK at Press Conference
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