The assassination of John F. Kennedy was more than a tragic event – it irrevocably altered U.S. history. Powerful forces determined that his vision and policies represented a real threat to their interests and world view. They concluded that there was only one solution to this dilemma. These unconscionable individuals planned his assassination, then cleverly emboldened others who would also benefit from his death, to aid in the execution and cover-up. Through close examination of the evidence, this class will provide a reasoned response to the basic question: Who killed JFK – and why?