Lyndon Johnson: “I am touched this afternoon to be here with one of my wisest counselors, one of my best friends, our beloved Carl…”

The mood at the White House this evening is one of cautious optimism.

Sometimes it is your job to go out and scout the road, to encounter and overcome the difficulties that always accompany such a vast new venture as this.

I know something of the graciousness that the people of this city always show to all of those who come here to visit with them.

We are grateful for the impressive gesture of good will and partnership that you have extended to us.