JFK v LBJ

The purpose of this task is to compare and contrast the achievements and failures of JFK’s and LBJ’s domestic policies for the USA in the 1960’s. Both Presidents were Democrats and stated a wish to reform [change for the better] American society.

Use the ‘JFKvLBJ’ Power Point and pages 390-393 of your Walsh textbook.

President John F Kennedy (1960-63)

Aims          State clearly what the aims of Kennedy’s ‘New Frontier’ policy were.

Policies       What did he attempt to achieve and what did he achieve regarding:

                Economy

                Poverty

                Civil Rights (also explain why he did not achieve more)

                Human rights

End of        How and when did his presidency end? How are his achievements generally regarded?

Presidency

President lyndon b Johnson (1963-68)

Aims          State clearly what the aims of Johnson’s ‘Great Society’ policy were.

Policies       What did he attempt to achieve and what did he achieve regarding:

                Economy

                Poverty

                Civil Rights

                Also explain why he did not achieve more

End of        How and when did his presidency end? How are his achievements generally regarded – did he achieve the ‘Great Society’?

Presidency

Conclusion

Which of the two Presidents do you think has the best reputation and image? Which of the two Presidents achieved the most in America? Explain the reasons for your answer.