Quote by Martin Luther King, Jr.

One of the greatest casualties of the war in Vietnam is the Great Society... shot down on the battlefield of Vietnam.


One of the greatest casualties of the war in Vietnam is the

Summary

This quote, often attributed to President Lyndon B. Johnson, suggests that the war in Vietnam led to the downfall of the Great Society program. The Great Society was an ambitious set of social programs introduced by Johnson that aimed to fight poverty, promote civil rights, and provide healthcare and education to all Americans. However, the costly and divisive nature of the Vietnam War diverted resources and attention away from these domestic initiatives, ultimately hindering the progress and impact of the Great Society. This quote highlights the unintended consequences and sacrifices made due to the Vietnam War.

By Martin Luther King, Jr.
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