As he sought to fill his mind and introduce new ideas, Lyndon Johnsons championed the vast advances in technology in the 1960s. He had a dedication to learning and strongly encouraged research currently known as STEM; Science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Technology is defined as “the knowledge that arises from the creation and use of technical means and how it relates to life, society and the environment using industrial arts, engineering, applied science and real science ” (Dictionary). The Public Broadcasting Act of 1967, the Space Program, and the Highway Safety Act were all technological advances of the Lyndon Johnson era. The Public Broadcasting Act of 1967 helped bring educational radio and television programs to Americans and, later, the world. “So today we dedicate a portion of the airwaves to enriching people” (“The American Presidency Project”). Technology had come far, yet President Johnson thought this act could help make Americans more enlightened. “I have already asked my advisors to explore a knowledge network and develop a plan for it” (“The American Presidency Project”). President Johnson opened the doors to current networks such as PBS (Public Broadcasting Services) and NPR (National Public Radio). These are educational programs provided by radio and television that have come a long way since they were first launched. They are now available online or on smartphones for quick access. One of President Johnson's greatest contributions to technology was the space program. He promoted sending objects and later people into space to expand public knowledge of the universe. “Vice President Johnson was appointed head of the National Aeronautics and Space Council in 1961” (Astron… center of paper… our eyes see the possibilities of much more than they already knew. Highway le safety laws saved many lives, as new regulations and technologies were needed to build cars If President Johnson hadn't pushed for all these things, perhaps we wouldn't have programs like PBS, the ability to explore outside of Earth, together to an era of safer automobiles Works Cited “Remarks on the signing of the Public Broadcasting Act of 1967.” “Happy Golden Anniversary, Johnson Space Center.” Brian Dunbar Web, April 3, 2014. “Remarks on the signing of the Nation Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. and the Highway Safety Project." September 9, 1966. Woolley, John 2014.