3–5 sentences, explain Lyndon B. Johnson’s “War on Poverty,” and describe key programs in the plan, which included housing programs, jobs programs, and social safety net benefits
Lyndon B. Johnson launched the "War on Poverty" in 1964 with the goal of reducing the number of Americans living in poverty. Key programs in the plan included the Economic Opportunity Act, which established Job Corps and Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA) to provide job training and community service opportunities, as well as Head Start, a preschool program for low-income families. Additionally, Johnson expanded the Social Security program to include Medicare and Medicaid, providing healthcare support for the elderly and low-income individuals. The plan also included funding for public housing and urban renewal projects to address housing issues faced by low-income communities.
