What was the name of the advisory body created by President Kennedy to manage the response to the crisis?
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Correct answer: The EXCOMM (Executive Committee of the NSC)
EXCOMM consisted of twelve key advisors who debated various military and diplomatic options. This group provided Kennedy with different perspectives, ranging from a full-scale air strike to a diplomatic blockade.
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