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In 1963, why was a moderate like JFK so hated in Dallas?

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Lyndon Johnson had a very bitter rivalry with JFK, in the 1960 Democrat primary. Democrats forced the two together, to win. Both hated each other. read more

Then came the segregationists in the South, all who hated JFK for his civil rights policies. JFK had so many enemies, especially in the South and Texas, he never had a chance. A similar assassination attempt occurred in Tampa, then Chicago. Dallas was next. IF they missed in Dallas, it would have happened soon elsewhere. Johnson delivered fraudulent Texas votes to help JFK win. Johnson felt betrayed. Just like the oil industry. read more

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