For an earlier version of this article, see Kraus, 1995. The writer acknowledges the research efforts of David L. Vancil and Sue D. Pendell. They have provided an excellent critical account of several arguments surrounding radio and television audiences' reactions to the first Kennedy-Nixon debates in 1960. The writer also owes a debt of gratitude to Michael Schudson for his exploration into the subject and his willingness to share his views. This writer came to a somewhat different position than they did. Research of this kind is difficult since the data in question are fugitive, leaving historical events open to different interpretations. The author is also indebted to Jody Kraus, Al Gollin, Warren Mitofsky, and two anonymous reviewers.
Winners of the First 1960 Televised Presidential Debate Between Kennedy and Nixon
Article first published online: 7 FEB 2006
DOI: 10.1111/j.1460-2466.1996.tb01507.x
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Kraus, S. (1996), Winners of the First 1960 Televised Presidential Debate Between Kennedy and Nixon. Journal of Communication, 46: 78–96. doi: 10.1111/j.1460-2466.1996.tb01507.x
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- Issue published online: 7 FEB 2006
- Article first published online: 7 FEB 2006

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