1. Chapter 27 Section 3 The New Frontier & The Great Society Riddlebarger

2. “All I have I would have given gladly not to be standing here today.”
LBJ compassion upon taking office

3. LBJ Becomes President Very few similarities with Kennedy
Little used as VP; chosen for his Southern roots.
Big believer in the belief that gov. can be used to better peoples lives (liberal)
Especially concerned about poor & underprivileged.

4. Enacting Kennedy’s Agenda
LBJ was a master of the political process from his time in Congress.
Allows him a smooth transition to President.
Promised to continue Kennedy programs and encouraged passage of Kennedy plans.
Like Civil Rights Act of 1964