Rethinking the Election of 1964
“1964 at 50: Rethinking the Election of 1964” was a session of the Organization of Amercian Historians 2014 annual meeting in Atlanta.
Panelists talked about the 1964 presidential election. Topics included the roles of the electorate, nominees, and political parties in the e… read more
Panelists talked about the 1964 presidential election. Topics included the roles of the electorate, nominees, and political parties in the election’s outcome. President Lyndon B. Johnson won a second term when defeated Republican Barry Goldwater in the election.
“1964 at 50: Rethinking the Election of 1964” was a session of the Organization of Amercian Historians 2014 annual meeting in Atlanta. close
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