Question

Explain how the Cuban Missile Crisis impacted the views of Kennedy's administration? (2 points)

It showed Kennedy's confidence and calm in a high-pressure situation.

It showed that Kennedy sometimes would overreact to a threat.

It showed why Kennedy's diplomatic methods were ineffective.

It showed Kennedy's inexperience in dealing with foreign affairs.

Answer 1

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The Cuban Missile Crisis impacted the views of Kennedy's administration by showing his confidence and calm in a high-pressure situation, as he successfully navigated a potentially catastrophic nuclear confrontation with the Soviet Union. However, it also revealed that Kennedy could sometimes overreact to threats, as seen in his initial aggressive response to the presence of Soviet missiles in Cuba. Overall, the crisis highlighted Kennedy's inexperience in dealing with foreign affairs and the limitations of his diplomatic methods, ultimately leading to a reassessment of his administration's approach to international relations.