العد التنازلي 1960 .. القصة الخفية للأيام الـ 312 التي غيرت السياسة الأمريكية إلى الأبد

A captivating new book, which was a bestseller upon its release according to the New York Times_, dealing with the year 1960 and the historic elections that shaped American history. It is January 2, 1960, the day that Senator John F. Kennedy, of Massachusetts, ran for president. With this opening scene, Chris Wallace gives readers a unique opportunity to witness history up close. From the challenges of the primaries in a nation that has never elected a Catholic president before, to the intense maneuverings of the national conventions—where Kennedy chose Lyndon Johnson as his running mate over the staunch opposition of his brother Bobby—this book, a thrilling political history, offers a mixture of suspense, action, cinematic events, and modern reportage. As with many popular historical books, readers may be familiar with the story, but few know the behind-the-scenes details, which are told here in a very engaging style. "Countdown 1960"_ presents a collection of prominent historical figures, exciting events, and precise details, tracing the path of a group of exceptional politicians, civil rights leaders, Hollywood stars, labor union bosses, and gangsters, during a pivotal year in American history. The 1960 election heralded the modern era of presidential politics, with its televised debates, private jets, and elaborate advertising campaigns. In fact, television played a pivotal role, with more than 70 million Americans watching one or all four debates. The public turned to television to watch the election rallies. On election night, the contest between Kennedy and Nixon was so intense that Americans were glued to television screens late into the night to find out who would win. The 1960 election bears striking similarities to our current political climate. Allegations of election fraud and theft have been made - perhaps correctly. One presidential candidate also faced a difficult choice: contest the result or respect the peaceful transfer of power.