Key Facts
- Term
- 1963--1969
- Party
- Democratic
- Vice President
- Hubert Humphrey
- First Lady
- Lady Bird Johnson
- Home State
- Texas
- Born
- 1908
- Died
- 1973
Biography
Johnson's "Great Society" was the most ambitious domestic program since FDR's New Deal.
Key Events & Accomplishments
- Signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964
- Signed the Voting Rights Act of 1965
- Created Medicare and Medicaid (1965)
- Escalated U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War
Election Results
| Year | Opponent | Electoral Vote | Popular Vote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | Barry Goldwater | 486-52 | +22.6% |
Notable Quotes
“We shall overcome.”
Did You Know?
- Johnson was sworn in aboard Air Force One with Jackie Kennedy standing beside him.