1964 National Democratic Convention

The 1964 National Democratic Convention was a political event where the Democratic Party selected their presidential candidate, Lyndon B. Johnson, after he assumed office following President John F. Kennedy's assassination. The convention, held in Atlantic City, New Jersey, was marked by debates over civil rights and party unity. Johnson’s nomination was nearly unanimous, but the event also highlighted deep divisions within the party, especially over how to approach civil rights and social issues. It played a key role in shaping the Democratic Party's platform and set the stage for the 1964 presidential election.