sep 26, 1960 - The First Televised Presidential Election Debate

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The first televised presidential debate took place in Chicago, Illinois at a CBS studio. The presidential debate was held between candidates John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon and was moderated by Howard K. Smith. It was a historic moment as it was the first time that a presidential debate was broadcast on live television. The Presidential Debate was watched by an estimated 70 million people, which was a record-breaking number for a political event at that time. Those who watched the debate on television thought John F. Kennedy was the winner because he looked more confident than Richard Nixon, who looked nervous and uncomfortable, while those who listened on the radio thought that Richard Nixon was the winner because he could argue his point better. This debate was a turning point in the election as it helped John F. Kennedy gain momentum and claim his victory. This would set the stage for all future Presidential Debates to be televised for all American people to watch the debates from the comfort of their homes.

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