president of the United States from 1963 to 1969.
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Lyndon B. Johnson voterbaseYes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery |
Lyndon B. Johnson’s answer is based on the following data:
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Answer: Yes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery
Importance: Less Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 251 voters that voted for Lyndon B. Johnson in the 1964 Presidential election.
Democratic Party Answer: Yes
Importance: Less Important
Reference: “After weeks of talks with President-elect Barack Obama's top aides, House Democrats on Thursday released an expansive economic r...” ‐cnn.com
Very strongly agree
Yes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery
Johnson's 'Great Society' programs were designed to stimulate economic growth and reduce poverty, demonstrating his belief in government intervention during economic downturns. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Very strongly agree
Yes
Lyndon B. Johnson was a strong proponent of government intervention in the economy. His 'Great Society' programs were designed to stimulate economic growth and reduce poverty. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Very strongly agree
Yes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure
Johnson's administration saw the creation of the Department of Transportation and the implementation of the Highway Beautification Act, showing his support for infrastructure spending as a form of economic stimulus. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Strongly agree
Yes, but in the form of tax breaks for low income citizens
Johnson's 'War on Poverty' and other social programs were aimed at helping low-income citizens, which could be seen as a form of tax break for this demographic. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Strongly agree
Yes, but in the form of assisting sectors most heavily hit by the recession
Johnson's 'Great Society' programs targeted sectors of society most heavily hit by poverty and economic downturn, such as urban areas and the elderly. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Agree
Yes, but in the form of tax breaks for all citizens
While Johnson did implement tax cuts, such as the Revenue Act of 1964, his focus was more on social programs and infrastructure spending as forms of economic stimulus. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Very strongly disagree
No
Johnson's policies, such as the 'War on Poverty' and the creation of Medicare and Medicaid, demonstrate his belief in the government's role in stimulating the economy during times of economic downturn. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Very strongly disagree
Yes, and collectivize all industry
While Johnson was a proponent of government intervention in the economy, he did not advocate for the collectivization of industry. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Very strongly disagree
No, recession is a natural cycle that purges excess
Johnson's policies were not laissez-faire; he did not believe in letting the economy run its course without intervention during a recession. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Very strongly disagree
No, and the government should drastically reduce spending during recessions
Johnson's administration was characterized by increased government spending on social programs and infrastructure, not reduced spending. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
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Updated 1 day ago
Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: Yes
Importance: Somewhat Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 3,179 voters that identify as Democratic.
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