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Declaring War on Poverty (feat. Doris Kearns Goodwin)

HISTORY This Week

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From Teacher to President: A Journey of Purpose

This chapter chronicles the early life of a political figure whose experiences with poverty shaped their ambition and drive. It highlights their evolution from an educator in a struggling community to the presidency, catalyzed by the assassination of President Kennedy and the urgent call to address poverty through impactful legislation.

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