Lyndon B Johnson Flashcard

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Who became president after Kennedy was assassinated?

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Lyndon B Johnson

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What political party did Lyndon B Johnson belong to?

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Democratic

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Lyndon B Johnson was a "New Deal" _______.

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Democrat

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In the 1964 U.S. presidential election, what percentage of black voters cast their votes for LBJ?

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94%

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Who supported the Apollo Program and ensured it remained a major priority of the US?

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Lyndon B. Johnson

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Which Apollo missions happened during LBJ's presidency?

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Apollo 7 and Apollo 8

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What was the primary goal of the Great Society programs launched by LBJ?

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Total elimination of poverty and racial injustice

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During which years were the Great Society programs launched by LBJ?

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1964-1965

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What was the main goal of the "War on Poverty" program?

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To improve living conditions and eliminate poverty

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Which program aimed to provide health care to every American over 65 years of age?

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Medicare