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.… read more

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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  • Randall Bennett Woods Professor University of Arkansas, Fayetteville->History Department
  • Tony Clark Director Carter (Jimmy) Presidential Library and Museum->Public Affairs

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LBJ: Architect of American Ambition

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Program ID:
195875-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Speech
Location:
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
First Aired:
Jan 20, 2007 | 9:59pm EST | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Oct 15, 2007 | 8:00am EDT | C-SPAN 3

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  • Jan 20, 2007 | 9:59pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Jan 21, 2007 | 10:29am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Jan 28, 2007 | 3:00am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Feb 03, 2007 | 3:15pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Feb 19, 2007 | 2:15pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Oct 11, 2007 | 3:06am EDT | C-SPAN 3
  • Oct 11, 2007 | 8:00am EDT | C-SPAN 3
  • Oct 15, 2007 | 8:00am EDT | C-SPAN 3
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