Economic Opportunity Act

The Economic Opportunity Act, enacted in 1964, aimed to combat poverty in the United States as part of President Lyndon B. Johnson's "Great Society" initiative. It established various programs to provide education, job training, and community development support, empowering low-income individuals to improve their economic situations. Notably, it created the Job Corps, Head Start, and community action agencies to help local communities address their specific needs. Overall, the Act represented a commitment to reducing poverty and promoting equal opportunities for all Americans, focusing on both immediate assistance and long-term solutions.