Nonetheless, JFK seemed to relish the prospect of leaving Washington, getting out among the people and into the political fray. He also knew that a relatively small but vocal group of extremists was contributing to the political tensions in Texas and would likely make its presence felt-particularly in Dallas, where US Ambassador to the United Nations Adlai Stevenson had been physically attacked a month earlier after making a speech there. President Kennedy was aware that a feud among party leaders in Texas could jeopardize his chances of carrying the state in 1964, and one of his aims for the trip was to bring Democrats together.
On November 21, the president and first lady departed on Air Force One for the two-day, five-city tour of Texas. Kennedy would accompany him on the swing through Texas, which would be her first extended public appearance since the loss of their baby, Patrick, in August. At the meeting, JFK stressed the importance of winning Florida and Texas and talked about his plans to visit both states in the next two weeks. Then, on November 12, he held the first important political planning session for the upcoming election year. Campaigning in TexasĪ month later, the president addressed Democratic gatherings in Boston and Philadelphia. But JFK also used it to sound out themes-such as education, national security, and world peace-for his run in 1964.
The trip was meant to put a spotlight on natural resources and conservation efforts. Although he had not formally announced his candidacy, it was clear that President Kennedy was going to run and he seemed confident about his chances for re-election.Īt the end of September, the president traveled west, speaking in nine different states in less than a week. Kennedy and his political advisers were preparing for the next presidential campaign. Kennedy was assassinated as he rode in a motorcade through Dealey Plaza in downtown Dallas, Texas.īy the fall of 1963, President John F. Shortly after noon on November 22, 1963, President John F. We have partnered with One Tree Planted to plant one tree for every passenger that travels with us along with an extra tree for anyone that books multiple trips. Help create a better planet for everyone to travel and explore. If this occurs during your tour, the itinerary will be adjusted accordingly. However, please be aware that occasionally this is not possible due to security issues in Washington. Please Note: This tour is scheduled to stop in front of the White House and the Capitol building for commentary and photo ops. Finally, begin the trip back to NYC, where your tour ends. Finally, enjoy photo ops at some of DC’s most famous attractions near the National Mall-the Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and Korean War Veterans Memorial. Then, take a drive through the city center to admire landmarks such as the domed Capitol building and White House before visiting the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History (while Air and Space Museum is closed due to renovations).
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When you arrive, start your DC sightseeing tour at Arlington Cemetery where you're free to visit JFK's gravesite. This day trip to Washington DC from New York begins with a drive south through the East Coast states of Delaware, New Jersey, and Maryland before arriving in the US capital.
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