Sidney Kraus
The great debates
- ISBN 13:
- 9780253326317
- author:
- Sidney Kraus
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Indiana University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 444
- Dimensions:
- 286mm / 154mm
- Genre:
- History Political Science Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Great Debates: Kennedy vs. Nixon, 1960 by Sidney Kraus In 1960, the presidential debates between John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon captivated a significant portion of the adult population, with an estimated 55% watching or listening to all three televised debates. This book brings together thirty experts in communications, political analysis, and opinion research to explore the background, circumstances, and effects of these unprecedented events. The articles examine the challenges posed by the debates for students of communications and political behavior, as well as their impact on public perception and policy-making. With a detailed analysis of the debates' significance, this volume provides valuable insights into one of the most pivotal moments in American presidential history. Through its comprehensive exploration of the Kennedy-Nixon debates, this book offers a nuanced understanding of the complex issues at play during this critical period in American politics.