Daschle had a different approach than LBJ, but both sought to advance the country, not their own

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Daschle had a different approach than LBJ, but both sought to advance the country, not their own goals

Robert Caro (seen above in an image from time.com) has revealed how politics and power are really used in America through his justly celebrated books.

He continued to do so in “Master of the Senate,” which revealed how Lyndon Johnson took the Senate majority leader position, which previously had little real power, and made it a vital part of American government.

LBJ’s attitudes toward race were complex — he taught young Hispanic students as a teacher and cared deeply for them, but also was willing to spew white supremacist speeches to win elections. He used the “N-word” his entire life, but also did more for Black Americans than any other president.

As the master of the Senate, he pushed through civil rights legislation that advanced the cause of Blacks, prodding racist old Southern senators to support it while placating Northern liberals who wanted more. LBJ wasn’t perfect, nor was his legislation — but it was real progress.

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