LBJ Goes From War On Poverty To War On Crime (1968)
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From Poverty to Policing: A Societal Shift
This chapter delves into the U.S. transition from addressing poverty to combating crime during the late 1960s, emphasizing key legislative changes like the omnibus crime bill. It examines the militarization of local law enforcement, the political climate influenced by the Kerner Commission, and the shifting priorities of the Democratic Party in the context of civil rights and growing unrest.
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