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John F. KennedyProfiles in Courage
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1955A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
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What does Kennedy believe distinguishes "political" courage from other types of courage? Why is this distinction significant to democratic politics?
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How does Kennedy describe the original, intended function of the Senate? What were its responsibilities with respect to legislation?
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What factors or qualities does Kennedy cite as significant to John Quincy Adams as an example of "political courage"? From where does Kennedy believe these factors originate?
