Today in History: May 22, Lyndon B. Johnson outlines 'Great Society'

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On May 22, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson, speaking at the University of Michigan, outlined the goals of his “Great Society,” saying that it “rests on abundance and liberty for all” and “demands an end to poverty and racial injustice.”

President Lyndon B. Johnson delivers an address at the University of Michigan commencement exercises, May 22, 1964, after he received an honorary degree. At extreme right is Governor George Romney of Michigan. President Lyndon B. Johnson delivers an address at the University of Michigan commencement exercises, May 22, 1964, after he received an honorary degree. At extreme right is Governor George Romney of Michigan. President Lyndon B.

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