What Impact Did the Televised Debates Between Nixon and Kennedy

question 62

Multiple Choice

What impact did the televised debates between Nixon and Kennedy have on how candidates debated one another?

• A) Candidates became more concerned with their physical appearance and presentation.
• B) Candidates had to focus more on clearly explaining their policy positions.
• C) Candidates presented themselves more as celebrities than potential public officials.
• D) Candidates were expected to remain civil toward one another during debates.

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