Quote by John F. Kennedy

There are many people in the world who really don't understand-or say they don't-what is the great issue between the free world and the Communist world. Let them come to Berlin!

There are many people in the world who really don't understa

Summary

This quote is from President John F. Kennedy's famous speech in West Berlin in 1963. Here, he suggests that people who struggle to grasp the significance of the conflict between the free world and the Communist world should visit Berlin to develop a deeper understanding. By inviting individuals to witness the tangible divide between East and West Berlin caused by the Cold War, Kennedy emphasizes the contrast between freedom and totalitarianism. Ultimately, he aims to raise awareness and foster support from those who may underestimate the gravity of the ideological conflict.

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