The Great Society policies refer to an ambitious set of social programs introduced by President Lyndon B. Johnson in the 1960s aimed at combating poverty, promoting civil rights, improving education, and enhancing healthcare access.
Related terms
Civil Rights Act of 1964: A landmark legislation passed during the Great Society era that outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
Medicare: A federal health insurance program established under the Great Society policies that provides coverage for people aged 65 and older.
Head Start: A program created as part of the Great Society policies that provides comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services to low-income children and their families.