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Reflections on the Life, Assassination, and Legacy of John F. Kennedy written by Dean R. Owen is a series of reflections of people who knew and admired John F. Kennedy. Most people in the book discuss where they were the day of his assassination, their reaction, and how it affected everything and everyone around them. Others speak about what kind of leader Kennedy was, the legacy he left behind, and how when he died the country was never the same. Owen writes about people who once worked for Kennedy as well as his good friends and his family. Almost everyone seems to remember where he or she was on November 22, 1963; the day Kennedy was assassinated. It has been fifty years since he was killed and yet the day he was assassinated still is seen as one of the darkest days in American History. Kennedy left many legacies including civil rights, separating church from state, as well as improving science research and development. Owen along with many others seem to all agree that Kennedy is one of the most remembered presidents because of his personality, his leadership, his charisma, and his legacy. “Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country” (83) this quote was delivered by Kennedy’s during his inauguration. Many people remember this quote because it reminds them how Kennedy stood for honesty and realism. Kennedy wasn’t one to make promises, which is what made him different from other presidents; he always spoke the truth. People will always have wants and needs and Kennedy knew that; however he believed that the country’s only way to success was to work together. One of Kennedy’s legacies was hope for a better America and hope for the American people (... ... middle of paper ... ...2). Owen, along with many others who knew John F. Kennedy remember exactly what happened the day he became president till the day of his assassination. Owen represents Kennedy as a man who even till death inspired America to be better. Owen also represents Kennedy as a man who couldn’t really be judged as a president because of his short time in office. Kennedy may not have had a long term but he surely is one of the most remembered and inspirational presidents of the United States (338). Works Cited Owen, Dean. November 22, 1963 Reflections On The Life, Assassination, and Legacy of John F. Kennedy. Skyhorse Publishing Inc. 2013. Putnam, T.. N.p.. Web. 1 Dec 2013. History/Space-Program.asp&xgt. Trueman, C.. N.p.. Web. 1 Dec 2013. http://www.historylearningsite.co.uk/john_kennedy_and_civil_rights.htm>.

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