Lyndon Johnson actually said...

The Federal Government has a special responsibility to conduct its affairs with an enlightened concern for the critical part it now plays in the utilization of the Nation's manpower.

Context

Letter to Dr. Killian in Response to Report: 'Toward Better Utilization of Scientific and Engineering Talent.'

07/11/1964

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