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John F. Kennedy

John F. Kennedy was the 35th president of the United States. Events that occurred during his term in office were The Bay of Pigs and the Cuban Missile Crisis. He was assassinated in 1963. Many believe there is a large amount of conspiracy still surrounding this event.

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What type of phrase is John F Kennedy's those who sought power by riding the back of the tiger ended up inside?

The tiger represents the people. Kennedy is warning dictators that trying to get power by suppressing the people ends with the people rising in a revoltagainst tyranny. The dictator may be "eaten" by the people's desire for freedom.

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What was JFK's campaign slogan?

Does anyone know if the answer is "Leadership?" Does anyone know if the answer is "Leadership?"
Leadership for the 60s
There were a few of them, actually. One was "Believe in greatness". Another was "Leadership for the '60's". HAVE FUN! :D

Who lost to John F. Kennedy?

At the 1956 Democratic National Convention, Kennedy was nominated for Vice President, for the presidential nominee Adlai Stevenson, but finished second in that balloting to Senator Estes Kefauver of Tennessee. Kennedy received national exposure from that episode; his father thought it just as well that his son lost, due to the political debility of his Catholicism, and the strength of the Eisenhower ticket.

Who influenced Jackie Kennedy?

One of her sources of inspiration was through books, which she loved to read and edit. Her largest lifetime hero was her first husband, who faced much adversity with his back and his political decisions. She also adored French culture, children, and supporting the preservation of the arts and history in the United States.

What wrist watch did bobby Kennedy wear?

There are several types of watches that President Kennedy wore. When he took office he was wearing an Omega ultra thin watch. He was also photographed wearing a Louis Cartier Tank watch and a Hamilton watch.

Who was Robert Kennedy running against in 1968 primary?

In the 1968 Democratic primary, Robert F. Kennedy was primarily running against incumbent President Lyndon B. Johnson, though Johnson eventually withdrew from the race. Other significant opponents included Senator Eugene McCarthy, who had gained traction with anti-Vietnam War voters. Kennedy entered the race later, after McCarthy had already established a base of support. His campaign focused on uniting the party and addressing social issues.

How did Lyndon Johnson's personal and political experiences might have influenced his actions as president?

Lyndon Johnson was a natural politician - his mother was the daughter of a Texas secretary of state and his father served in the Texas legislature. Lyndon was a hard worker and he knew how to get what he wanted.

John F Kennedy was shot how many times?

He was shot in the fore head first and was an immediate death and then was shot from behind and hit in the back of the head. The person that shot him from behind did not know he was dead or not so He made sure of it.

What did president Kennedy do when he realized the soviets were setting up missile launching sites in Cuba?

President Kennedy set up a naval blockade to turn back Soviet ships that were carrying missiles to Cuba. The US promised not to invade Cuba and to remove nuclear missiles from Turkey and Europe in exchange for the dismantling of missile bases in Cuba. The US claimed, that it had already planned the Turkey missile bases.

What were the economic policies of the Kennedy administration?

The economic policies of the Kennedy Administration were :

1. advocated the New Deal strategy

2. invest more funds in defense and space exploration

3. increase business production and efficiency

4. asked businesses to hold down prices

5. asked labor leaders to hold down pay increase

Why was it called John F. Kennedy 's camelot?

The Camelot question has been answered since 1989 in a book titled "The Kennedy Encyclopedia (page 30) written by Caroline Latham & Jeannie Sakol. Publisher is NAL Books in Canada copyright Latham and Sakol 1989. Quote: It was not until after the death of President John F. Kennedy that the concept of Cemelot began to be associated with his administration, and the person who made the explicit association with king Arthur's Court, with its high ideals and progressive manners, was Jacqueline Kennedy. By ironic coinicidence, two days before the President's asassination, the Kennedys held a ball at the White House and the Marine Band had played selections from My Fair Lady and Camelot, both favorites of the President. The music included the tune that was later to seem a nostalgic summing-up of the Kennedy Presidency: Don't let it be forgot that once there was a spot for one brief shining moment that was known as Camelot In an interview given just weeks after the President's death, Mrs. Kennedy told journalist Theodore H. White, "When Jack quoted something, it was usually classical, but I'm so ashamed of myself--all I keep thinking of is this line from a musical comedy." She then quoted the lines from Camelot, citing them as favorites of the President. There will be great Presidents again but there will never be another Camelot again. White later told biographer C. David Heymann that he realized the comparison was a "mis-reading of history," but added that it seemed a small favor to grant the former First Lady "So the epitaph of the Kennedy administration became Camelot--a magic moment in American history when gallant men danced with beautfiul women, when great deeds were done, and when the White House became the center of the universe. Unquote

What did President Lyndon B. Johnson decided to do for reelection in 1968?

Senator Barry Goldwater, a Republican Conservative, was portrayed as too right wing for the nation, and most Americans wanted civil rights for minorities and aid to the poor. President LBJ was also considered the rightful successor to the murdered President John F. Kennedy.

What Boy Scout troop was President John F. Kennedy a member of?

John F. Kennedy was the first president who had been a Scout as a youth. He was a member of Troop 2 in Bronxville, New York from 1929 to 1931, attaining the rank of Star Scout. JFK was active in the Boston Council from 1946 to 1955 as district vice chairman, member of the executive board and representative to the National Council.

How many school did jFk attend?

Jackie attended Chaplin Shool, Miss Potter´s School, Armsholder School, Vassar University, Sorbonne, and Georgetown University.

What is the value of a gold plated 1977 Kennedy half dollar?

You have a manually altered novelty item, known as a Magician's Coin, made by altering two normal coins and gluing the pieces back together, that sells regularly for a couple dollars. Use a magnifier and examine just inside the raised rim on both sides of the coin, looking for a seam where the pieces are joined, that can be on either side of the coin.

Who ran for President against john f Kennedy for president?

Robert Kennedy was never a candidate. He was assassinated during the primaries. Hubert Humphrey wound up with the Democratic nomination that year (1968) and was defeated by Richard Nixon.

What disability did John F. Kennedy have?

No, he was not. He had back problems but was never confined to a wheelchair. Franklin D. Roosevelt was. In Roosevelt's day, we thought very differently about the personal lives of celebrities and people in public office. Also, media coverage was very different from the way it is today. It was not widely known that Roosevelt used a wheelchair, and he didn't want it known.

Was the guy that killed JFK die?

Lee Harvey Oswald was murdered by Jack Ruby

How much is a half dollar JFK coin worth?

When a coin has a hole in it, it takes a lot away from the value. If it is 1964 or older, it is still worth something for the silver, maybe $10.

What number president was Ted Kennedy?

Ted Kennedy was never president. He was a US senator from Massachusetts.