The JFK assassination is one of my first memories. I was born in 1958 and remember being at home with my mother when the news came on our old black and white television. I remember my mother sitting down and crying after Walter Cronkite tearfully announced that the president was dead. I share JFKs May 29 birthday and have always felt a connection to him.
Kent Barker Collection / The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
January 2, 1960
JFK ENTERS THE PRESIDENTIAL RACE
Senator Kennedy announces his candidacy for President of the United States.
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Image: Kennedy's presidential campaign button features his face on a background of red, white and blue stripes.