Lyndon Johnson actually said...

I also hope that this Congress will draw on the lessons of Ellis Island and enact legislation to provide America with a wise immigration policy adapted to the needs of the 1960's.

Context

Remarks Upon Signing Proclamation Adding Ellis Island to the Liberty Island National Monument.

05/10/1965

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