1960 Presidential Election Insights

The video covers Chapter 17 of US History, focusing on the New Frontier and the Great Society. It discusses the 1960 presidential election between Kennedy and Nixon, highlighting the impact of televised debates. Kennedy's New Frontier agenda aimed at education and health reforms faced challenges in Congress. His economic policies included deficit spending and tax cuts. Social reforms under Kennedy addressed gender equality and mental health, leading to initiatives like the Equal Pay Act and the Special Olympics.

What was a significant first in the 1960 presidential election?

• First election with online voting

• First election with televised debates

• First election with a third-party candidate

• First election with a female candidate

What was the impact of the televised debates on the 1960 election?

• They were canceled due to technical issues

• They favored Kennedy due to his appearance

• They favored Nixon due to his experience

• They had no significant impact

Who won the 1960 presidential election?

• John F. Kennedy

• Richard Nixon

• Lyndon B. Johnson

• Dwight D. Eisenhower

What was a key component of Kennedy's New Frontier agenda?

• Expansion of the space program

• Support for public education

• Increased military spending

• Reduction of federal taxes

What challenge did Kennedy face with Congress regarding his New Frontier agenda?

• Complete rejection of all proposals

• Overwhelming support from all parties

• Opposition from Southern Democrats

• Lack of support from Republicans

What economic strategy did Kennedy advocate to stimulate the economy?

• Balanced budget

• Gold standard

• Deficit spending

• Increased tariffs

What was Kennedy's approach to tax policy?

• Increase taxes for businesses only

• Eliminate all taxes

• Cut taxes for everyone

• Increase taxes for the wealthy only

What was the outcome of Kennedy's tax cut proposal?

• It was partially implemented

• It was fully implemented

• It was delayed until the next administration

• It was rejected by Congress

Which act was passed to address gender discrimination in the workplace?

• Equal Pay Act

• Civil Rights Act

• Voting Rights Act

• Fair Labor Standards Act

What initiative did Kennedy support for mental health?

• Reducing funding for mental health

• Closing mental health facilities

• Privatizing mental health care

• Funding research and education