TLS Kirk Douglas to John F. Kennedy, 4 January 1963

THE WHITE HOUSE KIRK DOUGLAS JAN 7 10 10 AM '63 707 North Canon Drive Beverly Hills, California RECEIVED January 4, 1963 Dear Mr. President: I certainly appreciate your taking the time to write me a note of thanks for the narration that I did on the picture, An Answer. I feel that, more and more, you instill in the American people the feel- ing that they must "ask not what your country can do for you -- ask what you can do for your country." In my opinion, this is the strongest way that we can give thanks for a way of life that enables us to attain here what we could not get under another system. I also feel that you've succeeded in making people proud to be called upon to do something for our country -- no matter how small. I'm happy to be asked to participate in the inaugural celebration on January 18th. May God give you health and wisdom to cope with any problems that may lie ahead. Sincerely, Kirk Kuh - Douglas President John F. Kennedy The White House Washington, D. C.