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On the recordOctober 11, 1966
And for other Americans who are now feeling that need, I ask those of you who have crossed the river to extend to them a helping hand.
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Lyndon Johnson
Democratic · Texas

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Remarks at a Columbus Day Dinner in Brooklyn

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