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Lyndon B. Johnson was a Texas Democrat who served in both houses of Congress and was Senate majority leader. As vice president, he ascended to the presidency upon John F. Kennedy᾽s assassination. Johnson won a full term as president, defeating Barry Goldwater in 1964. His “Great Societyˮ legislation upheld laws on civil rights, Medicaid, Medicare, public broadcasting and the environment. Lyndon B. Johnson’s “War on Povertyˮ helped millions rise above the poverty line. He was known for his domineering personality, which he used to coerce politicians to advance legislation. Johnson escalated the Vietnam conflict when Congress passed the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution, giving him unlimited power to make war. His presidency marked the peak of liberalism after the New Deal era.
The House of Representatives and Senate comprise the legislative branch of the U.S. government. Representatives, elected from congressional districts, are allocated to states based on population measured by the U.S. Census. The number of Representatives is set by law at 435. The House is charged with the passage of federal legislation, known as bills, which after concurrence by the Senate, are sent to the president for consideration. The House has the power to initiate all bills related to revenue and the impeachment of federal officers.
Lyndon B. Johnson was a member of the U.S. House Representatives prior to his election as vice president. Many of the men who become president and vice president first served in Congress as members of the House of Representatives or in the U.S. Senate. A number of these individuals first served in their state government as governor, state senator or in their state House of Representatives.
The biographical History Mugs were created to teach and inspire individuals to learn about our diverse and interesting history. The biographies were researched and written by history enthusiast, Robert Compton. He colorized most of the historic photos and images used on the mugs, which were originally black and white or sepia tone. The images and biographies are imprinted on mugs at his studio in rural Vermont.
- Mugs are food and microwave safe.
- To preserve photographic quality we recommend hand washing.
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