When JFK ran there wasn't as much in depth scrutiny from the media. Not as many stones were overturned. I'm guessing if the media was as vulturous as they are now, there is no way JFK gets the nomination. Too many Marilyn's and probably quite a few shady dealings/tax shelters etc. Great thought though.
Times really have changed, even since Clinton was elected. It's an amazing time we live in.
- My question is what will be the next really big technological invention?
One of the things that baffles me about modern technology is that it still (often) requires cables and even plugs for electricity. When we can get to a point where you don't have to plug something in, at all... it will be a much more attractive world. When my grandkids are someday alive and old enough, my hope is that they live in a much less cluttered world. No electrical wires/towers littering the landscape. What do you think? What's the next big thing?
I haven't mention medical advances because that impact is on a different level.
I recall seeing one that used water sourced from a hose that dangled down in to a lake. Only problem, you can really only use it on a lake or a body of water. I wouldn't be surprised if personal jet-packs were a reality in the not too distant future. Seems they could be incorporated in to the anti-gravity technology you envision.
Their target recreational price is $100,000. Not exactly affordable but also not so insanely priced that you'll never see one. I'll bet someday you'll be able to rent one for $100 a 1/2 hour. I'd do it.