“But Goethe tells us in his greatest poem that Faust lost the liberty of his soul when he said to the passing moment: "Stay, thou art so fair." And our liberty, too, is endangered if we pause for the passing moment, if we rest on our achievements, if we resist the pace of progress. Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past are certain to miss the future.”
Quote by John F. Kennedy
Work
Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: John F. Kennedy, 1963
This book is a comprehensive compilation of President John F. Kennedy's official documents, including his speeches, press conferences, and other public communications, reflecting his policies and administration during his brief presidency. more
Author
John F. Kennedy
John F. Kennedy was the 35th President of the United States, serving from 1961 to 1963. His presidency was marked by the Civil Rights Act, the New Frontier policy, and the intense Cold War confrontation with the Soviet Union. Kennedy was known for his youthful charm and charisma, but his assassination during his term shocked the world. more
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