LBJ on Unity: Kennedy vs. Johnson

Season 24

Johnson was hesitant to take on the role of Vice President.

After Kennedy was nominated for the Presidency, "no one was sure what Johnson would do if Kennedy offered it to him."

AIR DATE 12/31/06

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Sworn in after the assassination of JFK, Lyndon Johnson pushed progressive programs like the Civil Rights Act through Congress and won a term as president before the Vietnam War eroded his support.

Broadcast Dates

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Tuesday, Sep 9 at 10pm TPT 2
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Wednesday, Sep 10 at 4am TPT 2
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Friday, Sep 12 at 3pm TPT 2
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Sunday, Sep 14 at 11am TPT 2
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Tuesday, Sep 16 at 10pm TPT 2

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