If by a ‘Liberal’ they mean someone who looks ahead and not behind, someone who welcomes new ideas without rigid reactions, someone who cares about the welfare of the people — their health, their housing, their schools, their jobs, their civil rights, and their civil liberties — someone who believes we can break through the stalemate and suspicions that grip us in our policies abroad, if that is what they mean by a "Liberal," then I 'm proud to say I 'm a ‘Liberal.’"(President Kennedy). President Kennedy was one of the most transformational leaders in the 20th century by being a civil rights Activist, U.S. Representative and President. His presidency was cut short only having served two years. For those two years his leadership has left …show more content…
Because President Kennedy was able to communicate and be charismatic those two characteristics is what captivated the American voters to pick him as the 35th President of the United States. According to the Leadership book “the functional leader must be executive, planner, policy maker, Facilitator of internal relationship and external group representative” (Micheal Hackman, 2009). According to Dan Finn an advisor when Kennedy authorized the Bay of Pigs which the operation failed and was embarrassing; Kennedy would kick himself for not having asked enough questions about before authorizing the operation (Cannon, 2011). Kennedy would question every single move that his administration made. “Kennedy’s question-laden meetings with aides were like a faculty meeting … well, like a good faculty meeting, Finn said” (Cannon, 2011). Kennedy would always be reachable and friendly, but he knew where to draw the line because he was still the Executive officer and if he needed to confront you he would. “Kennedy was always your friend, but never your pal.” Fenn said as he describes working in the White House. Kennedy was easy- going, but kept a degree of separation From his staff ,so that if he needed to assert himself , he wouldn’t have to worry about hurting his friends feelings” (Cannon, 2011). During the Cuban Missile Crisis President Kennedy would assign a committee to come up with the best possible solution to the crisis. According to Leadership on the line Kennedy Assemble the best team, managed the group, set goals. He would often not even attend some of the meetings to make sure that the group was not just telling him what he wanted to hear. The Cuban Missile Crisis came about when there was talk about the US invading Cuba for a second time. The Soviet Union partnered with Cuba and put missiles inside of Cuba, threatening to
Today, the definition of the term “liberal” is relatively uncontested, and its content is relatively well defined. A liberal today is someone who advocates for governmental solutions to various problems, not for unaided individual freedom. Liberals today trust and call for governmental action, not for the type of self-determination supported by Hoover. Contemporary liberals believe in individual freedom, but they typically advocate f...
Kennedy was elected president in the year of 1961. Which was during the time that the Cold War was in full swing. The Cold War being the tension filled era between the superpowers in the east and the superpowers in the west. Contrary to the other two presidents, JFK was not speaking to the American public at the time of the war 's conclusion but right near the middle of the 40 plus year issue. Regardless he was assuring the public. He stated, “...that the torch has been passed to a new generation of American-”. That optimism cannot be matched. Even at the darkest of times could he stand up there, the president of the United States, and tell the young people of America that their time is now. Not only that but he attempts to inspire Americans when he says “Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty.”, which was definitely a knock at the Russians. JFK overall had this persona about him. This was the speech where muttered that historic and uplifting quote, “And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country.” His message of peace and coexisting really stand the test of
John F Kennedy did not make all of his decisions by himself. The president had people that he could can trust. But at the same time the president knows that certain people are leaning different ways in this situation. The president needs people that are thinking of americans. Because that is there job to protect americans. This group was called the X-Com. Which was filled with major people like Robert F Kennedy, Kenny O'Donnell, General Curtis Lemay, and General Maxwell Taylor. All of these people had strengths that the president used to keep the situation from war. He did this in several ways. First off, he made sure that people were working at the place that they knew the most of. That means, that that William McNamara who was the U.S Secretary of defense was working on protecting America and not working on the politics of the situation.
The purpose and the intent of this paper are to compare and contrast the leadership styles and scope of influence of two historical leaders. This paper will capture what made this historical leader effective looking at these points of interest one) Integrity, two) Knowledge, three) Sincerity of purpose and four) Care for others. This paper will also view how the historical leader influenced the lives of others in a positive or negative way. How will or has this leader been remembered in history? In my personal opinion would I consider this leader a servant-leader and how did these leaders use their communication skills gain the support for their ideas doing the time of leading others. It is the hope that the reader will be able to make a decision for his or her self as well as gain knowledge and information about the two historical leaders chosen in this paper.
What is a legacy? Is it strictly a visible, touchable object? A legacy is not just an object that people can see; it can be a dream or an idea. Although his life came to a tragic end, John F. Kennedy was one of the many presidents that served his term of presidency with compassion and dedication, and also, he left behind an unforgettable legacy to live on for the generations to come. His legacy was both an idea and dream that still affects many Americans today, as he led people to believe that he would make peace between countries. “Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty” (Kennedy). When he won the election for president in 1961, he would set goals for the United States that would amount to extraordinary events. Also, he would overcome one the most dangerous obstacles that any president has ever encountered.
During the time of domestic war at home and foreign relations concerns, the United States of America experienced one of the greatest time periods in American history which was during what people called the "Camelot" period. This occurred when the 35th President John Fitzgerald Kennedy was in office and he initiated a period of social development which overcame major differences between Americans and the rest of the world. President Kennedy was inaugurated on January 20, 1961 and became the second youngest and first Catholic president of the United States. This new president initiated a series of new changes in the country, from which he became an inspiration to many Americans, as he is still remembered for his idealism and courage. He was the leader of the Democratic party and won the election by 49.7% of the votes. Kennedy was seen as an intellectual young man who's beautiful wife helped his political image. JFK initiated many programs to help improve American society. Kennedy was one of the most prominent leaders in the civil rights of African- American citizens along with the other leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks who were becoming the voice of these American minorities. He commenced the creation of the Peace Corps to the New Frontier Program. Kennedy also worked on reforming U.S. immigration and made the commitment to win the space race before the Russians. Kennedy focused on Russian-American relations during the Cuban Missile Crisis and as the risks of a nuclear attack increased, Kennedy signed a treaty with the Soviet Union preventing the use of nuclear weapons. One of the most famous quotes that JFK is known for is: "Ask not what your country can do for you- ask what you can do for your country" . His ...
Kennedy was influenced by his previous accomplishments, world conditions, and his brother’s untimely death. Before John F. Kennedy’s accomplishments he was a war hero. He won the Navy and Marine Corps medal as a skipper PT boat during World War II. He led his crew to safety after a Japanese destroyer cut his boat in half. He also became a Senator and a US Representative. The end of World War II in 1945 resulted in the beginning of the nuclear era, increased pressure to decolonize the Third World, and the advent of the Cold War. His brother, Joe, was expected to become the family politician and after his death, in 1944, John decided to take his brother’s place. As Kennedy said, “’Just as I went into politics because Joe died, if anything happens to me tomorrow, my brother Bobby would run for my seat in the Senate. And if Bobby died, Teddy would take over for him’” (Kennedy 262). This is how Kennedy started his legacy as one of the most influential persons in history.
John F. Kennedy’s presidency was short lived due to his assassination on November 22, 1963. He left behind a legacy for being the perfect image of happiness, youth, and success (Doc C). If Americans are asked about John F. Kennedy they will state that he is and was one of the best presidents in American history. However, most American citizens only see the man that looked well-groomed on the television screen. They do not take into consideration all of the harm Kennedy could have caused. When it came to running the white house his foreign policies were defective and his fear of losing support for legislation caused him to not push hard enough for change in the United states. All of Kennedy’s flaws caused him to be a bad
President Kennedy was the 35th president of the United States and he was president right in the middle of the cold war, so during his tenure there were very high tensions between The United State of America and other communist states in general, especially Cuba and the Soviet Union. The high tensions were caused by the fact that after World War
John F. Kennedy’s Inaugural Address speech was given during the middle of the Cold War. The Cold War left the civilians in fear for a nuclear war with the USSR. All the people wanted was a president to provide them security. The previous president, Dwight D. Eisenhower, influenced their fear by approving an assault
The late president John Fitzgerald Kennedy once said, “Sure it's a big job; but I don't know anyone who can do it better than I can” (“John F. Kennedy” BrainyQuote.com). Kennedy was a young and fresh political figure at the time of his election in 1960. The thirty-fifth president of the United States was born May 29, 1917, in Brookline, Massachusetts. He was the youngest president ever, as well as the first and only Roman Catholic president (Bass, et al.). His presidency was shortened by an assassin on November 22, 1963, in Dallas, Texas. Kennedy preceded his presidency with a term in the U.S. House of Representatives (1947-1953) and a term in the U.S. Senate (1953-1961) (“John F. Kennedy” History.com). Kennedy, a charismatic and energetic leader, was loved by the American people. He had many plans for his time in office, some of which he was able to personally achieve, while others were left to his vice-president, Lyndon B. Johnson. Although his life was tragically cut short, John F. Kennedy left an indelible mark on the United States of America in and out of the oval office.
It all began on May 29, 1917, the day President Kennedy was born. He was born an ill child having several diseases including “whooping cough, measles, and chicken pox, also on February 20, 1920 when Jack [his family referred to him as Jack] was not yet three years old, he became sick with scarlet fever” (Life of Kennedy, 2014). He was able overcome his all of his illnesses and move on with his life despite these obstacles. President Kennedy entered Harvard University, the same school that his brother Joe went to, and became interested in European politics and World Affairs after visiting his father in Europe. He also loved to learn about history and government and to keep up with current events (Life of Kennedy, 2014).
“He was neither hasty nor hesitant; he was neither reckless or afraid. He demonstrated toughness, restraint, and determination. He always exercised wisdom, analysis, and a keen sense of strategy; he was not only a leader but also a hero,” recall members of Kennedy’s former Administration when asked how well the President performed during the intense Cuban Missile Crisis. According to the contributors, President Kennedy’s leadership during the national emergency helped reduce tensions of the Cold War. (source: Cuban Missile Crisis: Evolving Historical Perspectives) Perhaps it was President Kennedy’s well-composed attitude and clear direction that led the Cuban Missile Crisis to be so successful and avoid a nuclear war that could have ended the world. Throughout all of the events that occurred during the Cold War, the Cuban Missile had one of the most crucial roles in the war and also in determining the fate of two remaining superpowers.
The first point that made John F. Kennedy responsible for handling the Cuban Missile Crisis, well, was his way of managing the public. In every crisis, a leader must always keep in mind of the reactions of the people because if it is ill dealt with, disastrous and chaotic consequences could ensue. Thus, even though nuclear warfare was prevented; credit should also be given to how the public of the United States did not end up in turmoil. To access how the public did not end up in chaos, one has to look into the genesis of when the majority of the American citizens received the news of the Cuban Missile Crisis in the first place. This leaves with only one source, which was the public address from President John F. Kennedy on October 22, 1962.1
The election of 1960 ensured John F. Kennedy of his position as arguably the most powerful man in the world: President of the United States (1960 Presidential General Election Results). His first term in office would not be an easy one due to conflicts which had been festering between the United States and their Southern neighbor, Cuba. Kennedy’s first term would be immediately challenged by Cuban-Soviet Russia relations. The year 1962 was a difficult one in United States history as Kennedy faced various obstacles in foreign relations with Cuba and Russia. During the Cuban Missile Crisis, Kennedy had various options to pick from to bring an end to the disagreement, but none came with the assurance that retaliation from his opponents would not be in the form of