Lyndon Johnson actually said...

So a system of public education, every dollar invested in education today, brings a return of 10 to 12 percent in national wealth, and that is a pretty good return on a dollar invested--10 to 12 percent.

Context

Remarks in Oklahoma City at the Opening of the State Fair

09/24/1964

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