NOVEMBER 2, 1964

Full News Archive

• Headline: Kennedy Leads Race Amid Controversy. Impact: Kennedy's lead in this election led to a series of political maneuvers that would eventually result in a lot of backroom deals—think of it as the original version of House of Cards, minus the Netflix budget.. Fact: Did you know that spurning TV appearances was actually a strategy? Because nothing says 'I'm a candidate' like hiding from the public eye!.
• Headline: Task Force Formed to Combat Nuclear Proliferation. Impact: This panel's findings spurred a global frenzy that eventually led to more nuclear treaties than your average superhero movie has sequels. Everyone wants to be the hero, but nobody wants the fallout.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more explosive than nuclear weapons is politicians trying to negotiate their way around them?.
• Headline: TIGHTENED GUARD DUE IN VIETNAM; Gen. Westmoreland Terms Bienhoa Attack Serious—2d Raid Kills Officer. Impact: The tightening of guards and ensuing chaos in Vietnam set off a chain reaction that had military bases around the world doubling their security measures. Because, why not make life harder for everyone?. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'tightened guard' refers to the military, not the amount of coffee they need to stay alert during these operations?.
• Headline: PARLEY EXPECTED ON U.N. ARREARS; U.S. and Soviet Reported Eager to Avoid Showdown. Impact: The U.S. and Soviet negotiations on arrears paved the way for decades of diplomatic tension and sitcom-style misunderstandings. Can you imagine the U.N. as a dysfunctional family reunion?. Fact: Did you know that avoiding showdowns is a skill best practiced by people who can't agree on what to order for lunch?.
• Headline: Nixon Tells of Forewarning. Impact: Nixon's forewarning led to a series of blame games and conspiracy theories that would haunt American politics for years. Who doesn't love a good 'I told you so' moment?. Fact: Did you know that forewarnings are great, but they only work if anyone actually listens? Welcome to political life!.
• Headline: L.I. Children Get Poison ‘Treat’; Accused Housewife Committed. Impact: The case of the poisoned treats became a cautionary tale that led to stricter laws on Halloween candy—because nothing says 'trust your neighbors' like a good scare.. Fact: Did you know that handing out poison could ruin your reputation faster than a bad Yelp review? Talk about a trick gone wrong!.
• Headline: Goldwater Prediction. Impact: Goldwater’s predictions may have rested in Phoenix, but they sent ripples through the political landscape, igniting debates that would eventually lead to the GOP's modern struggle with its identity.. Fact: Did you know that resting at home is what most politicians do best? It’s like a vacation without the beach!.