How did John F. Kennedy get so popular?

Answer 1

He was young and good-looking and a good speaker. He made a good first impression. He had a beautiful and interesting wife and two attractive children.

And then, he was tragically struck down! Also he was an Irish Catholic President and that alone gave him a popularity base.

Answer 2

A combination of charisma and social events at the time. America was dealing with the social upheaval of the 60s while still trying to come to terms with the consequences of the Korean War. This created a large point of contention for Americans because we didn't want to enter another long, drawn-out foreign political conflict. Kennedy promised Americans that as long as he was in office, we would stay out of Vietnam. This is one of the reasons he was so popular almost universally. The other reason was his skill at public speaking and charismatic disposition. People just loved the guy because he was very likable and personable and, most of all, he promised to keep us out of an unpopular war. Unfortunately, his promise was only as good as long as he was in office. When Pres. Johnson took office, we entered the Vietnam War not long after.

Answer 3

I was about 20 at the time Kennedy was shot and yes he was amazingly popular. Both in the USA and in Australia.

Answer 4

He was young and good looking. He appealed to peoples' fancies and imaginations. Also, he was a civil rights supporter.

Answer 5

He was popular because he loved gummy bears!!!! Duhhh

Answer 6

He was so well liked because he appealed to the various people in our country, and he was very forward with what his goals and plans were for Americans everywhere.

Answer 7

because he is a president