Civil Rights Act of 1964: This legislation prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. It aimed to end segregation and ensure equal rights for all individuals.
War on Poverty: A term used to describe President Johnson's efforts to alleviate poverty through various programs such as Medicaid, Medicare, Head Start, and Job Corps.
Economic Opportunity Act of 1964: This act created several social welfare programs aimed at reducing poverty. It established the Office of Economic Opportunity which oversaw initiatives like VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) and Community Action Programs.