Lyndon B. Johnson was elected as President of the United States in 1963 following the assassination of John F. Kennedy. He won a full term in the 1964 election, securing a landslide victory against Republican candidate Barry Goldwater. Johnson's campaign focused on his vision of a "Great Society," emphasizing civil rights, poverty alleviation, and social programs. He was elected with a significant majority, receiving 61.1% of the popular vote and 486 electoral votes.
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