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Debating Civil Rights Law

What Really Matters with Walter Russell Mead

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The Legacy of Lyndon Johnson's Presidency and the Ongoing Relevance of Civil Rights Laws

This chapter discusses the impact of Lyndon Johnson's presidency and the significance of civil rights laws in America, examining topics such as the Vietnam War, Medicare, war on poverty, immigration reforms, and the Civil Rights Acts. It also explores differing perspectives on civil rights from the intellectual right and parts of the left, highlighting the heated nature of racial issues in America.

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