LBJ (Lyndon B. Johnson)

Lyndon B. Johnson (LBJ) was the 36th President of the United States, serving from 1963 to 1969 after the assassination of John F. Kennedy. He is known for his "Great Society" programs, which aimed to eliminate poverty and racial injustice through initiatives like Medicare, Medicaid, and civil rights legislation. Johnson escalated U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War, leading to significant controversy and opposition. His leadership style was marked by pragmatism and a focus on legislative achievement, but his presidency is often viewed as a mix of significant social progress and deepening conflict abroad.