Early Life
What were JFK's Parents?
Joseph and Rose
What was John's wife's name?
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
What was JFK's impact on the future?
He fought for Civil rights, helped space exploration, and made elections more drawn out and used more television
What political party was John a part of?
Democrat
Who was JFK allegidly having an affair with?
Marilyn Monroe
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How many children did John have?
4 but two died as infants
What was some major accomplishments JFK had?
Space exploration, ended trade with Cuba, and reduced import duties
Who was JFK's vice president?
Lyndon B. Johnson
What day did JFK die?
November 22
Catholic
What was Jackie's impact on John's presidency?
She helped with restoring the white house, she promoted historic preservation, and she served as a travel ambassador
What were 3 major world events?
His assasignation, Vietnam War, and landing in space.
How many terms did JFK serve?
One, but he was assassinated before he could finish out his term
What sport did JFk play in highschool?
Baseball
What state did JFK grow up in?
Massachusetts
How did JFK get his start in politics?
He had a congressional seat in Massachusetts
What are 3 foreign policies?
Proclomation 3447 (ended trade with Cuba)
U.S. Arms Control and Disarmament Agency
Limited Test Ban Treaty
What campaign slogan did John use?
"Time for greatness"
How many cigars did JFK smoke a day?
4-5
What was JFK's childhood like?
He was born to wealthy parents, his father was the mayor of Boston, he went to private school, had sailboats, and servants
How old was JFK when he was elected?
43 years old
What were 3 domestic policies?
Civil Rights Act of 1963
Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( Johnson passed it but it was JFK's bill)
Federal Employee Salary Act of 1962
What was JFK's beliefs and campaign strategy?
Strategy: He was mainly focused on winning the primaries
Beliefs: He believed in Keynesian economics and infedility
What college did JFk attend?
Harvard