Question

What candidates performance in the first televised debate helped his campaign?

Answer 1

John F Kennedy's performance in the first debate helped his campaign.

Answer 2

Richard Nixon and J.F. Kennedy

Step-by-step explanation:

1960 was the year that became part of the modern political scene when Nixon and Kennedy took a role in the national television presidential debate. They were Vice President Richard M. Nixon and Senator John F. Kennedy. Their televised debate changed how presidential campaigns would conduct. The debate was seen live by 70 million people in America, it also gave many voters their first chance to see presidential candidates in a real situation, as possible leaders.