Lyndon Johnson actually said...

It is important to be aware that artistic activity can enrich the life of our people, which really is the central object of Government.

Remarks at the Ground-Breaking Ceremony for the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

12/01/1964

More Lyndon Johnson Quotes

You have made us all very proud.

You have our lasting thanks, and our hope that the years ahead will bring continued success in our reach for the stars.

To fulfill that hope remains our urgent quest.

No words of mine can add luster to the splendid triumph in which you have just shared.