President Eisenhower: War on Soviets & Segregation
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Eisenhower's Nuclear Strategy and Civil Rights
This chapter examines President Eisenhower's navigation of the nuclear age alongside pivotal civil rights issues during his administration. It highlights his partnership with John Foster Dulles and the doctrine of mutually assured destruction, while also exploring the moral convictions that influenced his decisions on nuclear warfare. Additionally, the chapter discusses the interplay between foreign perceptions of American segregation and domestic policies, particularly in light of key civil rights events and their implications for U.S. international standing.
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