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A 12 page overview of Johnson's accomplishments and failures. The author contends that although he is remembered bitterly for his role in the Vietnam War, Johnson had a lengthy political history thatrests outside the issues surrounding Vietnam. That history is not only positive, it isexemplary and testifies to his work ethic and his morals.
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Unfortunately, much of American history maintains a negative view of Lyndon Baines Johnson, the man that served as the 36th President of the United
States. Johnson, however, does have many accomplishments to his credit. Although he is remembered bitterly for his role in the Vietnam War, Johnson had a lengthy political history
that rests outside the issues surrounding Vietnam. That history is not only positive, it is exemplary and testifies to his work ethic and his morals. Even Johnsons actions
in Vietnam, although they backfired, were well-intentioned. The intent of this paper is to review both the positives and negatives of the Johnson administration so that we many finally
remold the reputation that history has reserved for this American figure. With the death of President John F. Kennedy Johnson would be plunged
head first into one of the most turbulent times in American history. Johnson became the 36th president on November 22, 1963, a time when the nation was in an
economic decline and the Vietnam War toiled on the minds of the citizens. Johnson was thus immediately presented with many challenges. Thanks to his experience and his resolve
he was able to stand up valiantly even in the face of many negatives. Prior to serving as President Johnson had served in
the Senate and had considerable skill in the legislative process (Byrd, 1991). President Johnson was an admirer of Franklin D. Roosevelt and upon becoming president, Johnson stated that he
wanted to broaden and expand Roosevelts "New Deal" programs (Readers Companion to American History, 1991). Initially after attaining the presidency, Johnson worked with Congress to pass legislation which John F.
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