“Ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country.” — John F. Kennedy On January 20, 1961, a young and charismatic president stood before the world and delivered one of the most powerful speeches in American history. John F. Kennedy’s Inaugural Address is more than a ceremonial speech—it is a rallying cry for unity, courage, and a shared moral purpose in a rapidly changing world. His call for service, sacrifice, and global cooperation continues to echo through generations, reminding us that leadership begins with responsibility and that freedom must be defended not just with might, but with wisdom.