The Johnson Presidency, 1963–1968 (A-level only) Key Terms

Medicare

A federal program established in 1965 that provides health insurance to people aged 65 and older, as well as some younger individuals with disabilities.

Voting Rights Act of 1965

Legislation aimed at overcoming legal barriers at the state and local levels that prevented African Americans from exercising their right to vote.

Escalation

The increase in military involvement and troop levels in Vietnam under President Johnson's administration.

Civil Rights Act of 1964

Legislation that outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, part of Johnson's Great Society.

Civil Rights Movement

A social movement in the United States aimed at ending racial discrimination and promoting equal rights for African Americans.

Great Society

A series of domestic programs launched by President Johnson to address issues of poverty, education, and civil rights.

Medicare

A federal program established in 1965 that provides health insurance to people aged 65 and older, as well as some younger people with disabilities.

Voting Rights Act of 1965

Legislation aimed at overcoming legal barriers at the state and local levels that prevented African Americans from exercising their right to vote.