The American Change An analyse of Lyndon B. Johnson's Inaugural Address

The American Change An analyse of Johnson's Inaugural Address 1. Introduction: Lyndon B. Johnson was born on August 27, 1908, in Texas . In the 1960 presidential campaign, Johnson was elected Vice President, as John F. Kennedy's running mate. On November 22, 1963, when Kennedy was assassinated, Johnson was sworn in as President. Using skills of persuasion and calling on the legislators' respect for Kennedy, Johnson succeeded in gaining passage of the Civil Rights Act in 1964 . On May 22, 1964, he held a speech, …

…those enemies of America, because America is equal - or should be equal - to freedom and equality, which has a important historical meaning. The Vietnam war escalated during his presidency, and this speech was a preview to his actions on that matter. Johnson also took great measures in bringing down poverty and uneducated people. Johnson might have made the mistake of his presidency here, because he tried to eat his cake and have it.