Lyndon B Johnson And The Transformation Of American Politics Summary

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Lyndon B. Johnson and the transformation of American Politics, 1908-1973. By John L. Bullion. John L. Bullion, a professor and historian that teaches the history of America. He specializes in teaching about the American Revolution Era, politics, and policies. While furthering his research on some of his work. He also, creates many biographies on many historical people, most commonly Lyndon B. Johnson. Bullion has researched and written extensively on Lyndon B. Johnson creating one of his best pieces yet, Lyndon B. Johnson and the Transformation of American Politics.
The purpose for John L. Bullion writing this biography was to inform people with the actions and ideas of Lyndon B. Johnson, and how it influenced history. By introducing the

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