If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich.

John F. Kennedy

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Rich vs. poor Economic inequality

Speaker

John F. Kennedy

Medium

Speech

Genre

Political speech

Language

English

Time

1961 1960s 20th century

Occupation

American President National leader Politician

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United States

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Citation

Kennedy, John F. "Inaugural Address." 20 Jan. 1961, US Capitol Building, East Portico, Washington, DC, USA.

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Time
1961 1960s 20th century
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Citation

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Time
1962 1960s 20th century
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