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Dwight Jacobi ∙
This was a term for the social programs of the Lyndon Johnson administration such as TAP (Total Action against Poverty .
The assassination of President Kennedy
He cautiously supported civil rights.
To emphasize the persistence of racism
Increased university research on how to improve education
Support for after-school programs for at-risk youth
Support for schools in low-income areas
(Apex)
Students had freedom of speech at school
Texas
President Johnson believed in the domino theory. He feared a communist takeover in Southeast Asia if the United States left Vietnam.
Head Start
President Kennedy was assasinated.
lacked awareness of the extent of poverty
Helped older Americans pay for health care -APEX
Demonstrating at a mass rally- Apex
Some became active in politics. (Apex)
Some Americans avoided the draft by leaving the country. (Apex)