Ep. 5 - Post 1964 Election

The podcast delves into President Lyndon B. Johnson's activities immediately following his 1964 election victory, featuring phone conversations with key figures. Johnson connects with Pennsylvania Governor David Lawrence to discuss state election results and strategizes with Carl Rowan, Director of the U.S. Information Agency, about crucial international trips amidst concerns over Vietnam. Conversations with James Farmer and Martin Luther King Jr. highlight Johnson's commitment to civil rights and poverty programs. Transition challenges are evident as Johnson and Vice President-elect Hubert Humphrey address Walter Heller's resignation and seek talent for key positions, discussing potential candidates like Clark Clifford and strategies for retaining Douglas Dillon.