Would the Outcome of the 1968 Election Have Been Substantially

question 31

Essay

Would the outcome of the 1968 election have been substantially different if Senator Robert Kennedy had not been assassinated? Would Kennedy have been more effective than Hubert Humphrey in overcoming the deep Democratic divisions of that year?

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Definitions:

Subjective Well-Being

An individual's self-assessment of their own happiness and satisfaction with life, encompassing emotional reactions and cognitive judgments.

Wealthy Countries

Nations characterized by a high gross domestic product (GDP) per capita, indicating substantial economic prosperity and standard of living.

Poor Countries

Nations with low levels of economic productivity, low per capita income, and generally low standards of living, often referred to as developing or underdeveloped countries.

Feigned Smiles

Artificial smiles that are often used to mask true feelings or comply with social expectations.