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Great Society

  • Civil Rights Act

    Civil Rights Act
    This act legally outlawed discrimination. People of color could not be refused jobs, housing, education, etc.
  • Medicare Act

    Medicare Act
    This act established Medicare and Medicaid programs. It provides health coverage to elders or to people who have a low income. Still around.
  • Higher Education Act

    This act funded scholarships and low interest loans for college students. It was intended to strengthen our post-secondary education. Although there have been many reforms, it is still around today.
  • Elementary and Secondary Education Act

    It guaranteed federal funding for schools with low income. It also funded preschool programs that we still have today.
  • Housing and Urban Development Act

    Housing and Urban Development Act
    This provided federal funds to cities for development. It also helped with accessing home mortgages and is still around today.
  • Corporation for Public Broadcasting

    Corporation for Public Broadcasting
    This was formed to bring educational content to tv. It is privately owned and is still around today.