On this day.

On September 26, 1960 million viewers in the United States could watch the first televised political debate of history. The dialectical appointment faced on that occasion to the candidate of the Republican party, Richard Nixon, and the Democrat, John f.. Kennedy. The novelty of the situation played in favor of the second, more accustomed to his opponent to take care of and promote their public image. Thus, while Nixon not offered for cameras and employed a gray suit, Kennedy wore an impeccable image knew that join an undeniable political skill. The debate included shifts of presentation, questions from journalists and final candidate statements, marking a structure that remains in place today. Analysts did not hesitate in awarding the victory to the media Kennedy who would finally be done with the Presidency of the United States.