Lyndon B. Johnson's Great Society

Lyndon B. Johnson's Great Society was a set of domestic programs launched in the 1960s aimed at eliminating poverty and improving quality of life. It included initiatives like Medicare and Medicaid to support healthcare for the elderly and poor, the Civil Rights Act to end racial discrimination, and education programs to expand opportunities. The goal was to create a more equitable society by addressing social and economic inequalities, promoting education, health, and environmental quality. Overall, it was a comprehensive effort to build a fairer, more prosperous America through government action.