c) Lyndon B. Johnson

Lyndon B. Johnson’s presidency was marked by significant cultural initiatives, including the establishment of the National Endowment for the Arts in 1965. Part of his ambitious “Great Society” agenda, this move underscored the government’s commitment to fostering artistic creativity and cultural development. The agency aimed to provide every American with the opportunity to experience and participate in the arts, an essential component of Johnson’s vision for a more equitable and enriched society.