Question

Think about how the media can be used to portray an image of a political candidate. How could the video give citizens a more favorable opinion of kennedy?

Answer 1

In the video, Nixon appeared to be nervous and uncomfortable. Those who listened to the debate on the radio would not have seen this as clearly. On the other hand, Kennedy appeared to be confident and comfortable, and he spoke clearly while focusing on the camera.

Answer 2

In the video, the image of Kennedy looks much more favorable since it gives the impression of security when speaking directly to the camera without hesitation and with the conviction that he is speaking with the truth.

Step-by-step explanation:

In the video, the image of Kennedy looks much more favorable since it gives the impression of security when speaking directly to the camera without hesitation and with the conviction that he is speaking with the truth. He moves his hands in a natural way and in general his body language seems secure. On the other hand, his opponent Nixon, seems nervous and expresses himself with a little of insecurity, it is possible to see when he speaks that his lips are dry and he tries to moisten them at all times, in addition, his hands seem tied to the lectern which sends an unconscious message to the spectators of their fear before the camera.