He ran for President in 1968; stirred a response from workers, African Americans, Hispanics, and younger Americans; would have captured Democratic nomination but was assassinated by Sirhan Sirhan after victory speech during the California primary in June 1968. read more
Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson succeeded Kennedy and became the 36th President of the United States after being sworn in on Air Force One at about 1:20 p.m. on November 22, 1963. read more