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LBJ: Architect of American Ambition
2007-01-20T21:59:40-05:00https://images.c-span.org/Files/af6/195875-m.jpgRandall Woods talked about his biography, LBJ: Architect of American Ambition, published by The Free Press. He described former President Lyndon B. Johnson as a flawed but deeply sympathetic character. The author explained that while many presidential historians focus on President Johnson’s role in the Vietnam War, it is also important to remember President Johnson’s commitment to civil rights and antipoverty reforms. After his presentation the author responded to audience members' questions.Randall Woods talked about his biography, LBJ: Architect of American Ambition, published by The Free Press. He described former President Lyndon B.… read more
LBJ: Architect of American Ambition Randall Woods talked about his biography, LBJ: Architect of American Ambition, published by The Free Press. He described former President Lyndon B. Johnson as a flawed but deeply sympathetic character. The author explained that while many presidential historians focus on President Johnson’s role in the Vietnam War, it is also important to remember President Johnson’s commitment to civil rights and antipoverty reforms. After his presentation the author responded to audience members' questions. close
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- Tony Clark Director Carter (Jimmy) Presidential Library and Museum->Public Affairs
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