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- "In this timeless book, President Kennedy shows how the United States has always been enriched by the steady flow of men, women, and families to our shores.
- Author(s): John F Kennedy
- 160 Pages
- History, United States
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About the Book
Throughout his presidency, John F. Kennedy was passionate about the issue of immigration reform. He believed that America is a nation of people who value both tradition and the exploration of new frontiers, deserving the freedom to build better lives for themselves in their adopted homeland. This 60th anniversary edition of his posthumously published, timeless work--with a foreword by Jonathan Greenblatt, the National Director and CEO of the ADL, formerly known as the Anti-Defamation League and an introduction from Congressman Joe Kennedy III--offers President Kennedy's inspiring words and observations on the diversity of America's origins and the influence of immigrants on the foundation of the United States.Book Synopsis
"In this timeless book, President Kennedy shows how the United States has always been enriched by the steady flow of men, women, and families to our shores. It is a reminder that America's best leaders have embraced, not feared, the diversity which makes America great." --Former Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright
Throughout his presidency, John F. Kennedy was passionate about the issue of immigration reform. He believed that America is a nation of people who value both tradition and the exploration of new frontiers, deserving the freedom to build better lives for themselves in their adopted homeland. This 60th anniversary edition of his posthumously published, timeless work--with a foreword by Jonathan Greenblatt, the National Director and CEO of the ADL, formerly known as the Anti-Defamation League, and an introduction from Congressman Joe Kennedy III--offers President Kennedy's inspiring words and observations on the diversity of America's origins and the influence of immigrants on the foundation of the United States.
The debate on immigration persists. Complete with updated resources on current policy, this new edition of A Nation of Immigrants emphasizes the importance of the collective thought and contributions to the prominence and success of the country.
From the Back Cover
Throughout his presidency, John F. Kennedy was passionate about the issue of immigration reform. He believed that America is a nation of people who value both tradition and the exploration of new frontiers, deserving the freedom to build better lives for themselves in their adopted homeland. This sixtieth anniversary edition of his posthumously published, timeless work--with an introduction by Congressman Joe Kennedy III and a foreword by Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO and National Director of ADL (Anti-Defamation League)--offers President Kennedy's inspiring words and observations on the diversity of America's origins and the influence of immigrants on the foundation of the United States. Complete with updated resources on current policy, this new edition emphasizes this impact and these contributions to the prominence and success of the country.
Review Quotes
"In this book, President Kennedy tells us what immigrants have done for America, and what America has done for its immigrants. It is one of the dramatic success stories of world history.... It can stand as a testament to a cause President Kennedy cherished, and which we should carry on." -- Robert F. Kennedy
"In this timeless book, President Kennedy shows how the United States has always been enriched by the steady flow of men, women and families to our shores. It is a reminder that America's best leaders have embraced, not feared, the diversity which makes America great." -- Former Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright
"An enduring reminder of where we--the United States of America--come from. We must remain mindful that there is much more that unites us than divides us.... John F. Kennedy's legacies are many but let A Nation of Immigrants always remind us of our shared dreams, goals, and destiny as a nation." -- U.S. Senator Marco Rubio
"Reading A Nation of Immigrants should invigorate us all as we fight the forces of fear and hatred that seek to end all immigration to this country." -- Senator Mazie K. Hirono
"President Kennedy in his timeless book on immigration, reminds us of the fact that we are a nation of immigrants... The words are more relevant and important today than when it was published." -- U.S. Senator Mel Martínez (FL Retired)
"The United States has benefited incalculably from the diverse perspectives and enterprising spirit of immigrants and refugees, contributing to the innovative, pluralistic culture that distinguishes America. President Kennedy related this greatness in a timeless essay that serves as a worthy reminder for our times." -- Daniel Lubetzky, Founder & CEO of KIND Healthy Snacks
"Written in 1958, A Nation of Immigrants is every bit as relevant today as it was when written 60 years ago." -- Mark Hetfield, President & CEO, HIAS (Founded in 1881 as the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society)
"Sixty years later, President Kennedy's A Nation of Immigrants remains one of the purest descriptions of the promise of America. Rarely has a message been more timeless and more timely." -- Ali Noorani, Executive Director, National Immigration Forum
"Kennedy's eloquent account of the contributions and sacrifices made by legions of prior immigrants to build and nurture this great nation is a potent -- and timely -- reminder that there is strength in difference and power in diversity." -- Joichi Ito, director of the MIT Media Lab
"This book should be read by every politician involved in the immigration debate, and by every citizen interested in the current immigration debate--which means it should be read by every American." -- OnTheIssues.org