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America’s First Televised Presidential Debate

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This chapter examines the historic televised presidential debate between Richard Nixon and John F. Kennedy on September 26, 1960, emphasizing Nixon's struggles with appearance and health. It discusses how this pivotal moment transformed political campaigning and the role of television in American electoral politics.

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