How Did John F Kennedy Changed America

John F. Kennedy was an attractive liberal who changed the face of America. Winning his presidential term in 1960, he became one of the most beloved presidents in history. Kennedy was the youngest and first catholic man to enter presidency, which had caused controversy among different parties. They thought that having a Catholic man enter term would not be a good idea due to his beliefs. Although this was an expressed concern, he made an effort to state that he wanted a separation between church and state. Kennedy had only served two years before he was assassinated
The president gives the human face to the the American government and this role can be portrayed in many different ways: Greeting heros, throwing the first pitch at baseball games, and giving speeches and ceremonies. John F. Kennedy has exhibited these roles in many ways such as congratulating Alan B. Shepard Jr. after he completed the first space exhibition in America. This was an important part in the nation's history due to the technological advances made and meeting Kennedy’s goal of sending a man on the moon by the end of the decade. Kennedy also exhibited the role of chief of state by being a good speaker. This led him to executing his inaugural and berlin address speech. Instead of demeaning the country of Germany, he talked to the country with respect stating, “I take pride in the words ‘Ich ben ein Berliner”. In his inaugural speech he spoke to the American people and said, “Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country”. These words have made a significant impact on United States history, because he truly meant the words he was saying. John F. Kennedy was also the first president to use live television press, which entailed the nation seeing their first presidential debate. This worked in favor for Kennedy due to Nixon’s nervousness," ‘Nixon was sweating,’ Dallek said. ‘Makeup was running down his face. Somebody else said he