Political Quotes

On the recordOctober 5, 1965
We are planting trees by the rivers of water, and in the words of the Psalm, 'They will bring forth fruit in their season.'
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Lyndon Johnson
Democratic · Texas

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Remarks to Officials and Chambers of Commerce Representatives of the Appalachian Region of Tennessee.

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