Detailed Historical Background on the 1960 Presidential Election

Statistical Data and Results of the 1960 Presidential Election\n\n* Closeness of the Election:\n * The 1960 election is identified as one of the closest in United States history.\n * Specific percentages mentioned include a margin referred to as "$2\%$ of the low."\n* Popular Vote Percentages:\n * John F. Kennedy's share of the vote: $49.72\%$ (specifically described as "$49.72\%$ of the low").\n * Richard Nixon's share of the vote: $49.55\%$.\n* Quantitative Vote Margin:\n * The difference in the popular vote between Kennedy and Nixon was a little over $100,000$ votes.\n\n# Biographical Facts Concerning John F. Kennedy\n\n* Record-Breaking Status at Election:\n * John F. Kennedy holds the historical distinction of being the youngest individual ever elected as the President of the United States.