The Rise Of John F. Kennedy
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- Elected 35th President after Eisenhower’s two terms
- Wins 1960 election, begins 1961with Vice-President Lyndon B. Johnson
- Defeats Richard Nixon
- Youngest President at 43
- First and only Catholic President
- Advocate of the Space Race
Summary
John F. Kennedy was the 35th President of the United States, elected after Eisenhower's two terms of service. He wins in 1960, defeating Richard Nixon. He is the youngest president to ever take power, at 43 years of age. He is also the first and only Roman Catholic president. He was a large advocate of the Space race.
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Why do you think JFK was so popular among the people?
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"Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future."
- John F. Kennedy
- John F. Kennedy