Question

Describe the changing role of the federal government in the 1960s. What new roles and responsibilities did the government assume? In your opinion, can the government effect permanent social change? Why or why not?

Answer 1

Answer:

The federal government in 1960's Got more involved with  the people by creating programs to elevate poverty for the betterment of their lives

Explanation:

In 1964, The Federal Government passed the Civil Rights Act and also stopped poll taxes. The federal government increased its role during the 1960s. most of this policies was carried out by presidents who were democrats,even when in congress Democrats who were from southern states  favoured segregation. By getting the federal government involved in civil rights, segregation ended more quickly than it would have on a state-by-state level.

Segregation ended very quickly when the Federal Government got involved in civil rights, responsibilities, than what it would have had on a state by state level.

The federal government under leadership of Johnson played a vital role by trying to end poverty by creating programs called Medicaid, the welfare of the people by the Government was taken with utmost priority  a.

Johnson himself who was a admirer of  Franklin Roosevelt, wanted to see   government to be active in protecting the interest of the people in the society. Johnson developed a plan called  the Housing and Urban Development program to provide  the needs for to low-income individuals.

These  programs made  the federal government  to play or involve in the welfare of the people, as the people became more dependent on the government for a better live and prospects.

The Government can effect permanent change by creating policies that would be beneficial for the people they govern in terms of

• Alleviation of poverty
• Good Roads
• Good Health care
• Electricity
• Urban and rural planning/development

Answer 2

Answer:

During the 1960s, many people rejected traditional roles and expectations. Influenced and inspired by the civil rights movement, college students of the baby boomer generation and women of all ages began to fight to secure a stronger role in American society. As members of groups like SDS and NOW asserted their rights and strove for equality for themselves and others, they upended many accepted norms and set groundbreaking social and legal changes in motion. Many of their successes continue to be felt today, while other goals remain unfulfilled. ( the last one you should be able to answer :)

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