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The History of Bad Ideas: Televised Leadership Debates

Past Present Future

CHAPTER

The Impact of Televised Debates

This chapter explores the evolution and significance of televised presidential debates, particularly the historic 1960 showdown between Kennedy and Nixon. It analyzes how media shifts have influenced public perception of candidates and questions the effectiveness of debates in genuinely assessing leadership qualities. The discussion reflects on the strategic dynamics of political campaigning, focusing on how visual presentation and charisma have reshaped voter engagement over time.

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