Kennedy Memorial Torch of Friendship. that the flags of all the Americas are displayed side by side. Mayor High was also a most appropriate choice to lead Miamis Operation Friendship. Not only does he speak Spanish fluently. but his experiences during the Cuban crisis in handling the refugee influx into Miami have given him a great sensitivity and understanding for the Latin American people. The following excerpt from a speech he delivered in Rio de Janeiro summarizes his feelings on interAmericanism: Miamis destiny is interlocked with the countries to the south of us and we feel our city is a hemispheric city. This has imposed on us an obligation to know all of you better. * * * In Miami. we think and act hemispherically and we want you to look upon us as the link and the doorway to the Americas.