The "War on Poverty" was a set of programs and policies introduced by President Lyndon B. Johnson in the 1960s as part of his broader vision for the Great Society domestic agenda. The objective was to address the root causes of poverty and create opportunities for economic advancement for all Americans, with a particular focus on marginalized communities, including Black Americans.

Several key initiatives were launched under the War on Poverty, including the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964, which created programs such as Job Corps, Head Start, and Community Action Agencies. These initiatives aimed to provide education, job training, healthcare, and other forms of support to help lift individuals and families out of poverty.

While the War on Poverty had some success in reducing poverty levels and improving access to education and healthcare for many Americans, including Black communities, critics argued that it did not go far enough in addressing systemic racism and economic inequality. The legacy of the War on Poverty continues to be debated, with some pointing to the need for more comprehensive and targeted anti-poverty efforts that address the specific challenges faced by Black and other marginalized communities.