Yes, tonight we can say that these are good times in America.
Henceforth the Statue of Liberty National Monument shall consist of the Statue of Liberty, Liberty Island, and Ellis Island.
We want a beautiful America.
This long overdue change, rooted as it is in national interests and in humanitarianism, should be enacted without further delay.
The public interest would be promoted by reserving this area for proper protection and preservation as the Statue of Liberty National Monume...
We are sharpening our attack upon our problems.
To all Americans the Statue of Liberty stands eternal as the symbol of the freedom which has been made a living reality in the United States...
Yes, we have responsibilities to freedom and we shall meet them.
Warning is hereby expressly given to all unauthorized persons not to appropriate, injure, destroy, or remove any feature of the National Mon...
Ellis Island was a temporary shelter for those who sought refuge, freedom, and opportunity in our country;
I know in my heart that the people of this Nation truly believe that every individual ought to be judged on his worth as a human being and b...
This month of May 1965 is the 50th month of uninterrupted economic expansion in our country.
Between the years 1892 and 1954 Ellis Island was host to more than 16 million aliens entering this country;
We seek accord among all nations and understanding among all peoples.
I also hope that this Congress will draw on the lessons of Ellis Island and enact legislation to provide America with a wise immigration pol...
Ellis Island in 1890 was placed under the control of the Federal Bureau of Immigration for development as an immigration station;
I wanted to come by for a brief visit tonight, live and in person, for at least two reasons.
The Statue of Liberty is a symbol to the world of the dreams and aspirations which have drawn so many millions of immigrants to America;