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jackie robinson

the first African American to play in Major League Baseball (MLB) in the modern era, breaking the baseball color barrier in 1947 with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

committee on civil rights 1946

a 15-member advisory body tasked with investigating racial discrimination and strengthening federal protections for minority rights. It highlighted rampant racial violence and discrimination against Black Americans, leading to the landmark 1947 report, To Secure These Rights.

sweatt v. painter 1950

(1950) was a landmark Supreme Court case that ruled the University of Texas Law School could not refuse admission to a Black applicant (Heman Sweatt) based on race. It held that segregated, "separate but equal" graduate schools were inherently unequal, creating a legal precursor to Brown v. Board of Education.

brown v. board of education of topeka

a landmark Supreme Court case that unanimously declared state-sanctioned racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional. It directly overturned the "separate but equal" doctrine from Plessy v. Ferguson (1896), ruling that segregated schools were inherently unequal and violated the 14th Amendment's Equal Protection Clause

NAACP

(National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) is the oldest and largest US civil rights organization. Formed in response to racial violence, it aimed to end segregation, lynching, and disenfranchisement through legal challenges, lobbying, and grassroots activism. It was led by figures like W.E.B. Du Bois, challenging Booker T. Washington's accommodationist approach

thurgood marshall

was a pivotal civil rights lawyer and the first African American Supreme Court Justice (1967–1991). As chief counsel for the NAACP, he architected the legal strategy dismantling segregation, most notably winning Brown v. Board of Education (1954), before championing liberal civil liberties on the Court.

earl warren

14th Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court (1953–1969) whose court led a legal revolution advancing civil rights, individual liberties, and judicial activism. He is best known for delivering the unanimous decision in Brown v. Board of Education

southern manifesto

a document signed by over 100 Southern members of Congress opposing the 1954 Brown v. Board of Education supreme court ruling that desegregated public schools. It defended "separate but equal" doctrine, championed states' rights, and pledged to fight integration through legal means.

desegregation

the systematic dismantling of legalized racial separation (de jure segregation) in American public institutions, peaking during the 1950s-60s Civil Rights Movement. It was achieved through legal battles, such as Brown v. Board of Education (1954), and activist-driven actions, like the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

little rock central high school/little rock 9

nine African American students who integrated Little Rock Central High School in Arkansas, testing the Supreme Court’s Brown v. Board of Education (1954) ruling

rosa parks

African American civil rights activist whose December 1, 1955, refusal to surrender her seat to a white passenger on a Montgomery, Alabama bus sparked the year-long Montgomery Bus Boycott. Her arrest catalyzed the modern Civil Rights Movement, leading to the desegregation of public transportation and the rise of Martin Luther King Jr..

montgomery bus boycott

a pivotal 381-day political and social protest against segregated seating on public transit in Montgomery, Alabama, ignited by Rosa Parks' arrest. Led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., this nonviolent campaign ended with a Supreme Court ruling (Browder v. Gayle) declaring bus segregation unconstitutional

dr. martin luther king jr.

(1929–1968) was a Baptist minister and the most prominent leader of the American Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s and 60s. He advocated nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience to overturn segregation and Jim Crow laws, notably founding the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC).

southern christian leadership conference

a 1957 African American civil rights organization founded by Martin Luther King Jr. and other ministers to coordinate nonviolent direct action against segregation. Using church resources, it played a key role in campaigns like Birmingham (1963) and Selma, driving the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Voting Rights Act of 1965.

nonviolent movement

the 1950s-60s Civil Rights strategy using peaceful direct action—such as boycotts, sit-ins, and marches—to challenge segregation and systemic racism. Inspired by Gandhi and led by figures like MLK, it aimed to leverage media attention to force federal intervention and change public opinion

SNCC / student nonviolent coordinating committee

was a pivotal civil rights organization formed in 1960 by young activists, notably organized by Ella Baker. Initially focused on nonviolent direct action like sit-ins, it shifted toward Black power, self-determination, and radical activism under leaders like Stokely Carmichael by the mid-1960s.

john lewis

preeminent American civil rights leader, SNCC chairman, and longtime Congressman known as the "conscience of Congress." He was a key figure at the 1963 March on Washington and famously led the 1965 "Bloody Sunday" Selma march, directly influencing the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

lunch counter sit-ins

a series of nonviolent, student-led protests against segregation, beginning on February 1 in Greensboro, NC, when four Black college students refused to leave a "whites-only" Woolworth's counter.

james meredith/university of mississippi

was an African American Air Force veteran who, in 1962, became the first Black student to integrate the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) after winning a legal battle with NAACP help. His enrollment sparked violent riots and required federal intervention by JFK to enforce federal law.

george wallace

segregationist Alabama governor and 1968 third-party presidential candidate (American Independent Party) who ran on a platform of "Segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever!". He garnered significant support by appealing to white Southerners' resentment of federal intervention in civil rights.

letter from birmingham jail

Written by Martin Luther King Jr. in April 1963 while imprisoned in Alabama, ____ is a foundational document defending nonviolent direct action against segregation. It argues that individuals have a moral duty to break unjust laws, countering criticisms that his actions were extreme or "untimely".

medgar evars

(1925–1963) was a pioneering African American civil rights activist and the first NAACP field secretary in Mississippi. He organized voter registration drives, led boycotts, and investigated racial violence. His 1963 assassination by a white supremacist galvanized national support for federal civil rights legislation.

march on washington, 1963

a massive civil rights demonstration of over 250,000 people in Washington, D.C.. Organized by leaders like Bayard Rustin and A. Philip Randolph, it aimed to advocate for civil rights legislation, economic justice, and employment opportunities, highlighted by Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech

i have a dream speech

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24th amendment

abolished the poll tax as a requirement for voting in federal elections. As a key component of the Civil Rights Movement, it eliminated a major financial barrier designed to disenfranchise African American and low-income voters in the South, fulfilling a long-sought goal of voting rights advocates

civil rights act 1964

a landmark legislation that outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. It banned segregation in public accommodations and employment, authorized school desegregation, and strengthened voting rights, marking a major victory for the Civil Rights Movement.

freedom summer

a volunteer campaign launched by COFO (including SNCC and CORE) to register Black voters in Mississippi, the state with the lowest Black voter turnout. It aimed to combat voter disenfranchisement, establish "Freedom Schools," and created the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party (MFDP) to challenge the all-white delegation.

march from selma to montgomery, alabama

a series of three peaceful protest marches for voting rights from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, led by Martin Luther King Jr. and John Lewis. Brutal violence against protesters on "Bloody Sunday" (March 7) shocked the nation, directly propelling Congress to pass the landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965

voting rights act 1965

banned literacy tests and authorized federal oversight of voter registration in areas with a history of discriminatory voting practices. Enforced to uphold the 15th Amendment, it dramatically increased African American voter registration in the South

black muslims

a mid-20th-century term for members of the Nation of Islam (NOI), an African American movement combining Islam with Black nationalism, self-reliance, and separation from white society.

malcolm x

was an influential African American civil rights leader in the 1950s and 60s, acting as a prominent spokesperson for the Nation of Islam. He advocated Black nationalism, self-defense, and racial pride

stokely carmichael/sncc

was a pivotal 1960s civil rights activist who became chairman of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) in 1966. He shifted SNCC from nonviolent integration to the "Black Power" movement, promoting self-reliance, racial pride, and political autonomy. His leadership marked a transition towards more militant, nationalist strategie

black panthers/bobby seale and huey p. newton

was a revolutionary organization advocating Black nationalism, socialism, and armed self-defense against police brutality. Part of the Black Power movement, they utilized a Ten-Point Program to demand economic and social justice.

black power movement

a radical political and social movement in that emerged from the mainstream Civil Rights Movement, focusing on Black self-determination, racial pride, and economic empowerment rather than integration. Popularized by Stokely Carmichael, the movement favored more militant tactics over nonviolence, emphasizing the need for Black communities to seize political and economic power.

watt/race riots

a massive violent uprising that occurred in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, from August 11 to August 17, 1965.

kerner commission

, or National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders, was established by President Lyndon B. Johnson to investigate the causes of urban riots. Its 1968 report blamed "white racism" and systemic inequality, warning that America was moving toward "two societies, one black, one white—separate and unequal".

de facto segregation/de jure segregation

racial separation mandated by law and government policy, prevalent in the South (Jim Crow laws) from post-Reconstruction until the 1960s. ____ is separation "in fact," occurring through social, economic, and voluntary factors (like housing patterns) rather than legal mandate, often persisting after legal segregation was outlawed.

betty friedan/the feminine mystique

is a foundational feminist book by Betty Friedan that challenged the post-WWII, suburban "cult of domesticity". It described "the problem that has no name"—the deep, unacknowledged dissatisfaction of educated housewives confined to domestic roles—and is credited with igniting the second-wave feminist movement.

national organization for women / NOW

, founded in 1966 and inspired by Betty Friedan, is a liberal feminist group in APUSH that fought for gender equality through legal and political action. It targeted employment discrimination, advocated for the ERA, and supported reproductive rights to bring women into mainstream society.

equal pay act of 1963

is a landmark US labor law signed by President Kennedy that amended the Fair Labor Standards Act to mandate "equal pay for equal work" regardless of gender. It prohibits employers from paying different wages to men and women for jobs requiring similar skill, effort, and responsibility.

title IX

a landmark 1972 federal law prohibiting sex-based discrimination in any educational program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. Part of the Education Amendments, it ensures equal opportunity in academics, athletics, and protects against sexual harassment/violence. It dramatically increased women's college enrollment and sports participation

equal rights amendment / era

a proposed amendment to the U.S. Constitution designed to guarantee equal legal rights for all citizens regardless of sex, prohibiting discrimination in areas like employment, property, and divorce. Proposed in 1923 and passed by Congress in 1972, it fell short of ratification by three states

cesar chavez/dolores huerta

were crucial 1960s Latino civil rights activists and labor leaders who co-founded the National Farm Workers Association (later the United Farm Workers - UFW) in 1962. They utilized nonviolent tactics—strikes, boycotts, and fasts—to secure higher wages and better conditions for migrant farmworkers, most notably in the Delano grape strike (1965–1970).

united farm workers association

a labor union founded in 1962 by Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta to represent migrant farmworkers, primarily Mexican Americans, in the Southwest. It utilized nonviolent strikes (like the Delano Grape Strike) and boycotts to fight for higher wages and better working conditions.

american indian movement / aim

a militant Native American civil rights organization founded in 1968 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to combat systemic discrimination, police brutality, and government-forced assimilation

indian self-determination act 1975

is a landmark U.S. federal law that allowed Native American tribes to assume control over federal programs, services, and funding for education and social services that were previously managed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) and the Indian Health Service (IHS)

stonewall riot/gay rights movement

a series of spontaneous, violent demonstrations by LGBTQ+ individuals against a police raid that began in the early morning hours of June 28, 1969, at the Stonewall Inn in Greenwich Village, New York City. While not the first act of defiance by LGBTQ+ individuals, it is considered the most important turning point in the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement, shifting it from a quiet, assimilationist approach to a radical, confrontational fight for public equality

chief justice earl warren/warren court

a landmark liberal Supreme Court era that significantly expanded civil rights, civil liberties, and judicial power. It transformed American society through activist rulings on desegregation, voting rights, and the rights of the accused.

miranda v. arizona

ruled that detained criminal suspects, prior to police questioning, must be informed of their constitutional right to an attorney and against self-incrimination. The 5-4 decision, led by Chief Justice Earl Warren, established that confessions obtained without these warnings are inadmissible in court, as they violate the Fifth and Sixth Amendments.

mapp v. ohio

underscores the Fourth Amendment's critical role in safeguarding individual privacy by establishing that warrantless searches are unconstitutional. This ruling reinforces the principle that citizens have a right to be secure in their homes against arbitrary government intrusion.

gideon v. wainwright

s a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case that unanimously ruled state courts must provide attorneys to criminal defendants who cannot afford one, based on the Sixth Amendment right to counsel. It incorporated this right to the states via the Fourteenth Amendment, overturning Betts v. Brady

escobedo v. illinois

required the police to inform an arrested person of his or her right to remain silent

baker v. carr

a landmark Supreme Court case establishing that federal courts can intervene in and decide legislative redistricting cases, ruling they are not merely "political questions". The 6-2 decision held that14th Amendment Equal Protection challenges to malapportioned districts are justiciable, paving the way for the "one person, one vote" principle

yates v. u.s.

(1957) was a landmark Supreme Court case that curtailed the Smith Act by ruling that14 Communist Party leaders could not be convicted for merely teaching communist doctrine, distinguishing between advocating abstract principles (protected speech) and inciting action (unprotected). It significantly weakened McCarthy-era anti-communist prosecutions and strengthened First Amendment protection

engel v. vitale

a landmark Supreme Court case ruling that state-sponsored, voluntary prayer in public schools is unconstitutional. The 6-1 decision determined that reciting government-composed prayers violates the First Amendment’s Establishment Clause, establishing that public schools cannot endorse religious activity, thus strengthening the separation of church and state.

decolonization

the global process where colonies in Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean gained independence from European imperial powers, transforming them into sovereign nation-states. Fueled by post-WWII nationalism, it reversed colonialism, fundamentally reshaping global geopolitics and dismantling empires like Great Britain and France

third world

developing, non-industrialized nations in Africa, Asia, and Latin America that were not formally aligned with the capitalist U.S. (First World) or communist Soviet Union (Second World) during the Cold War (1946–1991)

covert action

secret operations conducted by the U.S. government (primarily the CIA) to influence foreign political, economic, or military conditions without disclosing American involvement

CIA

established by the National Security Act of 1947, is a U.S. civilian foreign intelligence service responsible for gathering, analyzing, and coordinating intelligence abroad. Created for Cold War containment, it conducted covert operations, influenced foreign policy, and countered Soviet influence.

iran

represents a pivotal Cold War and modern foreign policy flashpoint, characterized by U.S. intervention (1953 coup), the 1979 Islamic Revolution, the 444-day hostage crisis under Carter, and the Iran-Contra scandal under Reagan. It symbolizes shifting U.S.-Middle East relations from anti-communist support to post-1979 hostility.

suez crisis

a major Cold War conflict sparked when Egyptian President Nasser nationalized the Suez Canal, prompting an invasion by Britain, France, and Israel

eisenhower doctrine

was a U.S. foreign policy pledge promising military and economic aid to any Middle Eastern nation resisting communist aggression. Designed to contain Soviet influence following the 1956 Suez Crisis, it extended the earlier Truman Doctrine to a region critical for oil and stability

organization of petroleum exporting countries / opec

an intergovernmental cartel formed in 1960, primarily by Middle Eastern nations, to control oil production and prices; it is crucial for creating the 1970s energy crisis through oil embargoes (1973), triggering stagflation, and causing severe economic strain.

yom kippur (october) war

a surprise attack on Israel by Egypt and Syria during the Jewish holy day, aiming to regain territory lost in 1967. The U.S. supported Israel with military aid, triggering an Arab oil embargo that caused a major energy crisis. It led to intense diplomacy and the Camp David Accords.

oil embargo

restriction on oil exports to the U.S. and allies imposed by Arab OPEC members to protest Western support for Israel in the Yom Kippur War. It caused severe fuel shortages, high inflation, and accelerated the 1970s "stagflation" economy, forcing U.S. energy policy toward conservation and independence.

camp david accords

a landmark peace agreement brokered by U.S. President Jimmy Carter between Egyptian President Anwar Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin. The accords, signed in 1979, ended the state of war between the two nations, resulting in Israel withdrawing from the Sinai Peninsula

peace corps

Established by President John F. Kennedy in 1961, the _____ is a U.S. government agency that sends American volunteers to developing nations. It is a key New Frontier program aimed at providing technical skills, promoting cultural exchange, and countering communism by showcasing American values.

alliance for progress

a 10-year, $20 billion international development program initiated by U.S. President John F. Kennedy in 1961 to promote economic cooperation, social reform, and democratic development in Latin America. It was frequently described as a "Marshall Plan for Latin America" designed to combat the spread of communism, specifically in the wake of the Cuban Revolution.

vietnam war

a Cold War conflict in which the U.S. fought to prevent a Communist takeover of South Vietnam, adhering to the domino theory and policy of containment. It involved heavy U.S. military escalation (1965–1968), created deep domestic social unrest, and resulted in U.S. withdrawal, Vietnam's unification under communism, and lowered trust in government.

ngo dinh diem

was the staunchly anti-Communist, U.S.-backed first president of South Vietnam (1955–1963). He was installed with American support to prevent a communist takeover. However, his authoritarian, Catholic-favoring regime and failed counterinsurgency strategies (like the Strategic Hamlet Program) alienated the Buddhist majority and prompted his 1963 assassination.

domino theory

a Cold War foreign policy concept, heavily emphasized by President Eisenhower in 1954, stating that if one nation fell to communism, neighboring nations would inevitably follow, like a row of dominoes

john foster dulles

(1888–1959) was Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Secretary of State (1953–1959) and a key Cold War figure who advocated for an aggressive, anti-communist foreign policy. He famously promoted "brinksmanship"—using massive nuclear retaliation to halt Soviet aggression—and sought to "liberate" communist-controlled nations rather than just containing them.

southeast asia treaty organization / seato

a 1954 mutual defense alliance formed by the U.S. and its allies to stop communist expansion in Southeast Asia, acting as a regional counterpart to NATO. Initiated by Secretary of State John Foster Dulles, it was a cornerstone of the US policy of containment and brinkmanship during the Cold War.

tonkin gulf resolution

a joint Congressional resolution authorizing President Lyndon B. Johnson to take "all necessary measures" to repel armed attacks against U.S. forces in Vietnam

general william westmoreland

was the U.S. Army four-star general who commanded all U.S. military operations in the Vietnam War from 1964 to 1968. He implemented a strategy of attrition, using massive firepower and "search-and-destroy" missions to exhaust North Vietnamese forces. Though he claimed victory was near, the 1968 Tet Offensive severely damaged public support for the war, leading to his reassignment.

credibility gap

was the widespread public distrust of the U.S. government regarding Vietnam War progress, caused by a massive disparity between optimistic official statements and the grim realities shown by media. It highlighted a disconnect between government claims and reality, severely damaging faith in leaders

hawks

politicians or citizens who favor aggressive foreign policies, military intervention, and war over diplomatic solutions

doves

Americans who opposed U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War, advocating for peace, troop withdrawal, and diplomatic solutions

tet offensive

a massive, coordinated surprise attack by North Vietnamese and Viet Cong forces against dozens of South Vietnamese cities and U.S. military bases during the Lunar New Year holiday. Though a military defeat for the communists, it acted as the "turning point" of the Vietnam War by shattering U.S. public confidence, fueling the anti-war movement, and showing the war was far from over.

robert f. kennedy

was a pivotal US political figure, serving as Attorney General (1961–1964) under his brother, JFK, where he championed civil rights and prosecuted organized crime. As a NY Senator and 1968 Democratic presidential candidate, he ran as an anti-war, pro-civil rights voice before his assassination in June 1968.

richard nixon

(37th President, 1969–1974) was a Republican known for shifting Cold War policy toward détente (visiting China/USSR), implementing "Vietnamization" to withdraw from Vietnam, and forming the EPA. His presidency, which marked a conservative realignment, was ultimately defined by the Watergate Scandal, leading to his 1974 resignation

democratic convention in chicago

was a chaotic political event, characterized by violent clashes between anti-war protesters and police, which highlighted deep divisions within the Democratic Party over the Vietnam War. It significantly damaged the party's image, contributing to Republican Richard Nixon's 1968 election victory.

hubert humphrey

(1911–1978) was a prominent American liberal politician, Minnesota Senator, and LBJ’s Vice President (1965–1969). A champion of civil rights, he is best known for winning the deeply divided Democratic presidential nomination in 1968, only to lose the election to Richard Nixon amidst nationwide anti-war protests.

white backlash

the hostile, often violent reaction of white Americans—particularly in the South—to racial progress, notably during Reconstruction (1860s-70s) and the Civil Rights Movement (1950s-60s

henry kissinger

was the National Security Advisor (1969–1975) and Secretary of State (1973–1977) under Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. A practitioner of realpolitik, he played a key role in shaping Cold War foreign policy through détente, the opening of China, and shuttle diplomacy in the Middle East.

vietnamization

President Richard Nixon’s 1969 strategy to end U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War by gradually withdrawing U.S. troops while training, equipping, and expanding South Vietnamese (ARVN) forces to take over combat operations

nixon doctrine

(or Guam Doctrine) declared that the U.S. would honor existing security treaty commitments but expected allied nations to handle their own conventional defense, specifically by providing their own manpower. It marked a shift toward Asian self-reliance and supported Vietnamization.

kent state

shootings occurred on May 4, 1970, when Ohio National Guardsmen fired on unarmed students protesting the Vietnam War expansion into Cambodia at Kent State University. The incident killed four, wounded nine, and intensified national anti-war sentiment, reflecting severe social polarization during the Nixon administration.

my lai

Massacre (March 16, 1968) was a Vietnam War crime where U.S. Army soldiers murdered 347 to 504 unarmed Vietnamese civilians, mostly women and children, in Son My village. It was the largest confirmed killing of civilians by U.S. forces in the 20th century, intensifying anti-war sentiment, eroding public trust in the military, and fueling the anti-war movement.

pentagon papers

top-secret Department of Defense documents leaked to The New York Times by Daniel Ellsberg, exposing that the Truman, Eisenhower, Kennedy, and Johnson administrations systematically lied to the public and Congress about U.S. involvement in Vietnam

paris accords

agreements ending direct U.S. military involvement in the Vietnam War, signed on January 27 by the U.S., North/South Vietnam, and the Viet Cong. They established a ceasefire, permitted U.S. troop withdrawal, and recognized South Vietnamese sovereignty, enabling "Vietnamization" to continue while concluding America's longest war.

war powers act

a federal law passed over President Nixon’s veto to limit the president’s authority to commit U.S. armed forces to foreign hostilities without Congressional approval. It requires notifying Congress within 48 hours of troop deployment and mandates troop withdrawal within 60-90 days unless Congress authorizes continued engagement

lyndon johnson

was the 36th U.S. President (1963–1969), taking office after JFK's assassination. A Democrat known for masterly legislative skill, he championed the "Great Society" program to end poverty and racial injustice, passing landmark Civil Rights and Medicare/Medicaid laws, while significantly escalating the Vietnam War.

great society

President Lyndon B. Johnson’s ambitious domestic agenda to eliminate poverty, racial injustice, and improve quality of life. As the largest expansion of modern American liberalism since the New Deal, it used federal power to fund education, healthcare (Medicare/Medicaid), and civil rights.

the other america

a highly influential book by socialist writer Michael Harrington that exposed the persistent, hidden poverty of 40–50 million Americans during the postwar "affluent society"

michael harrington

was an American democratic socialist author and activist best known for his 1962 book, The Other America. This influential work exposed the prevalence of poverty in the U.S. amidst postwar affluence, directly inspiring President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty and the Great Society programs

war on poverty

a set of federal initiatives launched by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964, part of his Great Society agenda to reduce national poverty rates (~19% at the time). It focused on enhancing education, job training, and healthcare through programs like the Economic Opportunity Act (1964).

barry goldwater

was a five-term Arizona Senator and the 1964 Republican presidential nominee who sparked the modern conservative movement. Advocating for limited government, states' rights, and a strong anti-communist foreign policy, his landslide 1964 loss to LBJ paradoxically laid the groundwork for the 1980s Reagan Revolution.

national foundation on arts and humanities

Established in 1965 by President Lyndon B. Johnson, _______ is an independent federal agency created to promote, support, and fund the arts and humanities (e.g., literature, history, law) in the U.S.. It includes the NEA, NEH, and IMLS, aiming to boost culture and education.

medicare

a 1965 federal health insurance program for Americans aged 65 and older (and disabled individuals), established as part of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s Great Society initiatives.