On the recordMay 8, 1964
Because the Constitution requires it, because justice demands it, we must protect the constitutional rights of all of our citizens, regardless of race or religion or the color of their skin.
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presidency.ucsb.eduBecause the Constitution requires it, because justice demands it, we must protect the constitutional rights of all of our citizens, regardless of race or religion or the color of their skin.
Remarks in New York City Before the 50th Anniversary Convention of the Amalgamated Clothing Workers
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