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On the recordMay 10, 1965
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.
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Lyndon Johnson
Democratic · Texas

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

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