The War on Poverty refers to President Lyndon B. Johnson's set of social welfare programs and policies aimed at reducing poverty in the United States during the 1960s. It included initiatives such as Medicaid, Medicare, and Head Start.
Related terms
Great Society: Refers to President Johnson's vision for a more equitable society through progressive social reforms.
Medicaid: A federal program that provides health coverage to low-income individuals and families.
Head Start: A federally funded program that provides early childhood education, nutrition, and health services to children from low-income families.