c) Franklin D. Roosevelt

Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States, was the first president to make a television appearance, showcasing the advent of a new era in media and communication. His appearance occurred at the 1939 New York World’s Fair, where he spoke about the importance of the fair’s theme, “The World of Tomorrow.” Roosevelt’s presidency, which spanned the Great Depression and World War II, was marked by his effective use of mass communication, including his famous “Fireside Chats” on the radio. His television appearance was a forward-looking move, heralding the medium’s future significance in politics and presidential communication.