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When was the last time Indiana voted democrat in a presidential election?
Lyndon Baines Johnson, in 1964, beating Barry Goldwater, who only carried 5 states.
What words describe Lyndon Johnson?
There was nothing special in Lyndon Johnsons term as president. No, America reached the moon, ending the space race. He followed through with John F. Kennedy's hope for reaching the moon.
What is a correct statement regarding Lyndon Johnson the presidential elections of 1968?
Johnson withdrew from the race -PLATO
Which 1968 democratic presidential candidate voluntarily dropped out the race?
incumbent President Lyndon Johnson
Candidates that forced Lyndon B. Johnson out of the race in 1968 were?
Senator Eugene McCarthy did so well in the early primaries that Robert Kennedy jumped into the race and Johnson gave up.
How did Lyndon Johnson react to the launch of sputnik?
Lyndon Johnson reacted to the launch of Sputnik in 1957 with a sense of urgency and concern about America's position in the Cold War and the space race. As the Senate Majority Leader at the time, he emphasized the need for the United States to accelerate its space and science programs to regain technological leadership. Johnson advocated for increased funding for education and research, recognizing that the Soviet achievement highlighted vulnerabilities in American science and education. His response ultimately contributed to the establishment of NASA and a renewed focus on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) initiatives in the U.S.
What was the major factor that led the democrats loss power in 1968?
President Harry Truman was un popular due to his handling of the Korean War and Cold War. Ike Eisenhower was a widely popular WWII general. Eisenhower worked hard to secure the female vote and was able to do so during the campaign.
What factors hurt the democrats chances for victory in the presidential election of 1968?
Democrat, Lyndon Johnson did not seek reelection, and therefore the democrats did not have the incumbent advantage in the race.
What did President Lyndon B. Johnson want congress to pass?
President Lyndon B. Johnson wanted Congress to pass the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which aimed to end racial segregation and discrimination in public facilities, employment, and schools. He believed that this legislation was necessary to ensure equal rights and opportunities for all Americans, regardless of their race or ethnicity.
What efforts did Johnson take to expand civil rights?
Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It opened all public venues to every American regardless of their color, race, national origin, or religion. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission was given the responsibility of enforcing this law - which also stopped employment discrimination because of race or sex.
What law passed during the Johnson administration eliminated segregation in most public places?
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 eliminated segregation based on race, color, sex and national origin. It was enacted by President Lyndon B. Johnson on July 2, 1964.
Who won Hawaii and Alaska in the presidential race?
Barack Obama won Hawaii. John McCain won Alaska. side note - Lyndon Johnson, Nixon, and Reagan are the only presidents to have won both Alaska and Hawaii.
