The JFK Files: Secrets, Silence, and Why They Matter

Nearly 60 years after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the U.S. government is still releasing classified files. But what do they really tell us—and why does it matter?In this episode of Bahr’s History Hits, we explore the JFK Records Act of 1992, the new documents released in 2022 and 2023, and the enduring questions around Lee Harvey Oswald, especially his mysterious trip to Mexico City. Did the new files change the story—or just confirm what we already suspected?Topics Covered:– What the JFK files actually are—and why they were kept secret– The political and historical context of the JFK Records Act– Oswald in Mexico: confusion, Cold War chaos, and embassy intrigue– Why people still don’t trust the official story– Should you read the files yourself?Suggested reading:– A Cruel and Shocking Act by Philip Shenon– The Ghost by Jefferson Morley– History Will Prove Us Right by Howard WillensOfficial archive: https://www.archives.gov/research/jfkMarry Farrell Foundation: https://www.maryferrell.org/pages/JFK_Assassination_Documents.html