Factors Affecting Johnson’s Decision Not to Run in 1968
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Grades: 6 - 12
Video Description: Julian Zelizer, political scientist and author of the “The Fierce Urgency Of Now,” shares his insights on why President Johnson chose not to run for re-election in 1968.
Type of Video: Segment*
Unique Video ID: Civil Rights-32**
Quick Ideas for Using the Video:
- Have students compare Mr. Zelizer’s analysis of President Johnson’s legacy in regard to civil rights with their own analysis based on their research and/or in-class learning that has occurred.
*Segment videos are short excerpts edited from interviews or interactive programs that offer flexible and differentiated ways to use the rich content included in the full-length conversation.
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