US Politics 1964: Goldwater vs. Johnson

Lyndon B. Johnson, becoming president after JFK's assassination, used this phrase to highlight continuing Kennedy's unfinished agenda.

A significant piece of legislation passed in 1964, it sought to address discrimination in public places and workplaces, prohibiting discrimination by race, color, religion, sex, and national origin.

In the Civil Rights Act of 1964, this section explicitly banned discrimination in the workplace based on sex.

A tactic used to block the passage of a bill in the Senate. It involves continuous debate, potentially lasting for days, with the aim of delaying or preventing a vote.

A prominent figure in the fight for Civil Rights legislation, this individual played a critical role in the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

This individual, a conservative Republican, challenged Johnson in the 1964 presidential election, highlighting a sharp contrast in ideologies and views.

This political strategy involves cutting taxes for higher earners and corporations, aiming to stimulate economic growth.

The 1964 presidential campaign, characterized by strong ideological differences, pitted Johnson's liberal agenda against Goldwater's conservatism, making it a defining moment in American politics.

Lyndon B. Johnson's vision for a more just and prosperous America, focused on social programs and social justice.

The debate centered on differing views of government's role in social and economic issues. Johnson believed in active government intervention, while Goldwater championed individual freedom and limited government.

The focus shifted to views on how to handle the Cold War and international conflicts. Johnson favored diplomacy and negotiation, while Goldwater advocated for a more aggressive stance.

An approach with a focus on limiting government intervention and promoting individual liberty.

An approach that advocates for active government intervention in social and economic affairs to promote equality and social justice.

The National Foundation on the Arts and Humanities Act established two independent agencies to support artistic and cultural endeavors.

This act, passed in 1965, aimed to protect endangered species and ensure their survival. It also established a process for listing and protecting endangered and threatened species.

This act, passed in 1965, aimed to preserve and manage certain rivers considered to be 'wild' or 'scenic' by the federal government. It recognized their outstanding natural values and protected them from development.

This 1965 act required cigarette manufacturers to place health warnings on packaging.

This law requires that product packaging clearly display information about its contents.

This program aimed to provide early education opportunities to underprivileged children.

This law aimed to improve the quality of education for all American students, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

This law provided health insurance to people over 65 and those with disabilities.