By Frank Calcutta, Wagner College Class of 2018  “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.”-John F. Kennedy This quote by John Kennedy, given on a Thanksgiving Day, can be applied to the former President as a leader who practiced what he preached. In many ways, the man’s actions prove that he lived by his beliefs. John Kennedy was a staunch advocate for both civil and international liberty. He fought for equality and justice and expressed his visions, goals and aspirations during the Civil Rights Movement. He is also credited for his peacekeeping efforts during the Cold War. One indication that Kennedy was a principled man was the fact that he was able to initiate one very long-awaited piece of legislation, the Civil Rights’ Act. This act ensured desegregation. JFK will...