Lyndon Johnson actually said...

I wish to congratulate you particularly on your work for the unity of all your people, including the Hoa Hao and Cao Dai, against the Viet Cong.

New Year's Message to the Chairman of the Military Revolutionary Council in South Viet-Nam.

12/31/1963

More Lyndon Johnson Quotes

So I know you will have another illustrious member as soon as my name is affixed to the bill.

It is testimony to their gratitude for the patriotic service being rendered in defense of America, and the entire free world.

So I think it is quite appropriate that they should open their rolls to those who carry our flag today.

But in our earnest desire for peace, we have chosen the path of firm resolve.