Question

Why did President Kennedy initially move slowly on civil rights issues?

Answer 1

He initially acted cautiously because he was elected by a slim margin and most of the men in his party were pro-segregationists and from the south. He didn't want to lose the support from them.

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Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

He did not want to lose the support of southern members of Congress.