REVIEW NEW FRONTIER AND GREAT SOCIETY

ELECTION OF In the election of 1960, what was a major difference between John F. Kennedy’s campaign and Richard Nixon’s campaign? Kennedy’s campaign was upbeat, energetic, and optimistic 2. Why did Kennedy appeal to more Americans than Nixon? Kennedy was young, handsome, had a young family, and had “high hopes” for a new decade 3. What were the two most important issues debated in the election of 1960? The economy: giving it a “boost” Cold War: containing communism and maintaining peace 4. Who won the election of 1960? John F. Kennedy

JFK’S INAUGURAL ADDRESS 5. According to JFK’s Inaugural Address, what position does he take regarding the threat of Communism in the world? America will do whatever it takes to protect liberty by containing communism 6. How does JFK hope America’s relationship with the USSR will change? The US and USSR will work together and start a new, peaceful relationship 7. Who does Kennedy call on to carry out the social and political changes he outlines in this speech? The American people (citizens)

NEW FRONTIER 8. What is John Kennedy’s domestic agenda is known as? The New Frontier 9. What were four victories for Kennedy’s domestic agenda? Invested in defense and space exploration Raised minimum wage Area Redevelopment Act Housing Act

NEW FRONTIER 10. Why was the Presidential Commission on the Status of Women an important program for women and equality in 1961? Equal Pay Act, 1963: Right of women to equal pay Inspired similar groups at state levels Study the status of women 11. In what ways did Kennedy’s domestic agenda help people with disabilities? Funded Research Built mental health facilities Provided job training and education

JFK AND THE COLD WAR 12. What role did programs like the Alliance for Progress and the Peace Corps play in the Cold War? They weakened the appeal of communism Provided aid and support in education, health care, etc. 13. What was significant about the Moon Landing for America and the Space Race? It showed American educational and technological dominance over the USSR 14. What effect did the Cuban Missile Crisis have on the Cold War? It forced the US and the USSR to see the dangers and potential consequences of a nuclear war

LBJ TAKES THE REIGNS 15. How did Americans respond to JFK’s Assassination? Shock, confusion, sadness, horror 16. What characteristics made Lyndon Johnson one of the most powerful and effective leaders in American history? Natural Politician- Favors, Twisted arms, Bargained, Flattered, Threatened 17. What were Johnson’s goals as President after JFK’s death? Improve poverty, stop discrimination, and fight communism

THE GREAT SOCIETY 18. Early in his Presidency, what did Johnson need to do with the budget in order to fund the social programs of the Great Society? Take money from military spending to give to health care, education, and welfare 19. What did War on Poverty programs like the Job Corps, Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA), and Upward Bound have in common? Dealt with illiteracy and unemployment 20. In what ways did the Great Society Programs help disadvantaged Americans? Health and Welfare Education War on Poverty Consumer and Environmental Protection

THE GREAT SOCIETY 21. What role did the Civil Rights Movement play in preparing Americans to support the social programs of the Great Society? CRM demonstrated lack of equal rights and opportunities 22. What effect did programs like the Child Nutrition Act, Medicaid, and Project Head Start have on disadvantaged children? Improved health and education 23. Describe the legacy of the Great Society. Improved millions of lives Created many questions about the role of government

THE WARREN COURT 24. How did the Supreme Court case, Miranda v. Arizona, support the rights of individuals? It required police to list individuals’ rights upon arrest 25. Considering major Supreme Court cases under Chief Justice Earl Warren, what was the Warren Court known for? Supporting civil rights and individual liberities