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  1. 22 hours ago · Johnson on the Civil Rights Act of 1964 's passage. Recorded July 2, 1964. Lyndon Baines Johnson ( / ˈlɪndən ˈbeɪnz /; August 27, 1908 – January 22, 1973), often referred to by his initials LBJ, was an American politician who served as the 36th president of the United States from 1963 to 1969.

  2. 22 hours ago · FILE - In this Aug. 10, 1964 file photo, President Lyndon B. Johnson speaks in the East Room of the White House in Washington, as leaders of Congress stand by his desk for a ceremonial signing of ...

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  4. 3 days ago · In the 1960 campaign, Lyndon B. 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 the 36th President of the United States. This tragic event marked the beginning of Johnson's presidency, a period of great change and turmoil in American history.

  5. 2 days ago · Johnson being sworn in on Air Force One. Johnson represented Texas in the United States Senate from 1949 to 1961, and served as the Democratic leader in the Senate beginning in 1953. He sought the 1960 Democratic presidential nomination, but was defeated by John F. Kennedy. Hoping to shore up support in the South and West, Kennedy asked Johnson ...

  6. 4 days ago · At the LBJ Presidential Library, visitors have an opportunity to learn about America’s 36 th President, Lyndon Johnson, one of our most complex and fascinating leaders. Through innovative, state-of-the art exhibits, the political and personal lives of Lyndon and Lady Bird Johnson come alive. This contemporary experience allows visitors to understand the decisions President Johnson faced and ...

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  7. 4 days ago · Lyndon B. Johnson is sworn in as President on Air Force One at Love Field in Dallas on November 22, 1963. From left to right: Larry O'Brien, Judge Sarah T. Hughes, Gen. Clifton, Lady Bird Johnson, President Lyndon B. Johnson, Evelyn Lincoln, Cong. Homer Thornberry, and Cong. Jack Brooks. LBJ Library photo by Cecil Stoughton.

  8. 1 day ago · Commencement Exercises at the University of Michigan, 1964. President Lyndon B. Johnson delivered his famous “Great Society” speech at the University of Michigan’s commencement on May 22, 1964. In the speech, Johnson outlined his plan to combat poverty, preserve natural resources, and improve education.

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