Our most basic common link is that we all inhabit this planet. We all breathe the same air. We all cherish our... — John F. Kennedy

Our most basic common link is that we all inhabit this planet. We all breathe the same air. We all cherish our children's future. And we are all mortal.

Author: John F. Kennedy

Insight: We obsess over what divides us—borders, beliefs, bank accounts—yet we're all stuck with the same basic deal: limited time, shared atmosphere, kids we worry about. Strip away everything else and we're basically the same anxious animals hoping our children do better.

Source: American University Commencement Address, June 10, 1963

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Our most basic common link is that we all inhabit this planet. We all breathe the same air. We all cherish our children's future. And we are all mortal.

John F. KennedyAmerican University Commencement Address, June 10, 1963

Insight

We obsess over what divides us—borders, beliefs, bank accounts—yet we're all stuck with the same basic deal: limited time, shared atmosphere, kids we worry about. Strip away everything else and we're basically the same anxious animals hoping our children do better.

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John F. Kennedy

John F. Kennedy was the 35th President of the United States, serving from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. He was known for his charismatic leadership, efforts to promote civil rights, and for initiating the Apollo space program, which led to the successful moon landing in 1969.

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