Quote by John Fitzgerald Kennedy

We stand today on the edge of a new frontier -- the frontier of the 1960s, a frontier of unknown opportunities and perils, a frontier of unfulfilled hopes and threats. The new frontier of which I speak is not a set of promises -- it is a set of challenges.

We stand today on the edge of a new frontier -- the frontier

Summary

This quote, spoken by U.S. President John F. Kennedy, signifies the dawn of the 1960s, which he describes as a new frontier. It highlights the uncertainty and potential dangers that lie ahead, as well as the untapped possibilities and aspirations. Kennedy emphasizes that this new frontier is not simply about empty promises, but rather a collection of hurdles that must be overcome. Overall, the quote captures the spirit of the era, identifying the challenges that this time period presented while acknowledging the opportunities for progress and growth.

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Twentieth Century

By John Fitzgerald Kennedy

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