Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 29, 1964
The test of courage for citizens of this age is not how fast we hold the past, but how unflinchingly we face up to the future.
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Lyndon Johnson
Democratic · Texas

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Remarks Upon Presenting the Distinguished Service Medal to General McKee

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