Three days from now, after half a century in the service of our country, I shall lay down the responsibilities of office as, in traditional and solemn ceremony, the authority of the Presidency is vested in my successor.
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Farewell Address (1961)
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The President delivers a farewell address, reflecting on the nation's progress and challenges. He emphasizes the importance of balance in national programs, warning against the dangers of a military-industrial complex and the influence of a scientific-technological elite. He also stresses the need to maintain a balance between short-term needs and long-term goals, and to avoid the impulse to live only for today at the expense of future generations. The President expresses his hope for a lasting peace and his commitment to continuing to work towards this goal as a private citizen.