I think it is most appropriate that the President of the United States, whose business place is in Washington, should come to this city and participate in these rallies. Because the business of the Government is the business of the people—and the people are right here.
Speech at Madison Square Garden in New York City to support his program of "medical care for the aged." (20 May 1962)
John F. Kennedy: Address at a New York Rally in Support of the President's Program of Medical Care for the Aged.[presidency.ucsb.edu]