The Political Journeys Of The President Of Lyndon B. Johnson

The political journeys of the 36th president of United States, Lyndon B. Johnson and that of Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy was different but to some extent similar. While the two had different ideologies, they were focused towards making America a better place for the local population. However, their differences were very vivid even in public sphere. They differed on the best strategies and ideologies to implement in order to spearhead the growth and development of the American economy. Johnson was born in United States and attended Texas States University. He started teaching but his interests towards politics made him to quit and later became a legislative secretary. His political ambitions faced several hurdles especially due to†¦show more content†¦He was a charismatic leader who relied heavily on his personal magnetism and influences to attract people towards his ideologies. Unlike Johnson, Kennedy adopted highly personalized forms of decision making and demanded t otal loyalty from the associated. He would criticize the liberals for their blatant manipulation especially on the investigatory powers of the country’s senate. Furthermore, he had the conservative zeal that increased his urge of putting behind bars all those he considered as local enemies. He was a great promoter of civil rights and a stern oppose of the Vietnam War. The reason is that he believed the country was not ready for another intensive war especially putting into perspective that there were numerous economic challenges that were affecting the people. He was leading a moral and political uprising to fight poverty that was afflicting the American cities and rural areas. He was straightforward in his talk and actions especially on problems that were affecting America. He agitated for racial reconciliation and expanded opportunities for all American people regardless of their racial or political affiliation. However, his popularity which was growing very fast was rubbin g his opponents the wrong way. This is one of the aspects that led to his assassination. On the other hand, Lyndon Johnson was highly obsessed with his place in history. He was ready to go to any extent in order to write his name in the American history