ed urban black military, and it increased in the mid 1960’s. The civil rights movement reaffirmed constitutional principles.Kennedy was one of the greatest presidents this nation has ever seen. Barely defeating Nixon, his charisma captured American hearts. Kennedy had many great programs in action. Johnson pushed these programs, to take them to the top. Kennedy also developed a more active foreign policy. Although the bay of pigs invasion ended disastrously, Kennedy still was able to put an end to the Cuban missile crisis. Tragically, Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas. Johnson continued Kennedy’s foreign policy. The government was stepping up at this time. Expanding social welfare programs, and waging a war on poverty were just a couple of the Great Society programs. The great society was a package of programs hoping to help the economy. Great society programs had mixed results. The late part of the 60’s was characterized by discontent. The civil rights movement spawned social activism. There were many protests, especially on college campuses. The counterculture rejected traditional standards and style. Many young people followed this trend and it began to be accepted. Feminism experienced a rebirth. The battle for women’s rights showed great discontent in America. Ethnic groups gained more power.Martin Luther King was the key leader in the civil rights movement. It seems like he got things done, and others were inspired by his courage. President Kennedy did many great things for our country and his charisma was in all our hearts. Without these great leaders where would we be today....
