Mark White

In this engaging discussion, historian Mark White, author of 'Icon, Libertine, Leader: The Life and Presidency of John F. Kennedy,' delves into the multifaceted legacy of JFK. He explores the complexities of Kennedy's character, contrasting his glamorous public image with a tumultuous personal life. The conversation covers JFK's shift from Cold Warrior to champion of civil rights and foreign empathy. White also speculates on the alternate history had Kennedy lived longer, questioning how it might have altered America's political landscape.