Political Quotes

On the recordJune 13, 1966
I want each of you to walk out in the world determined--determined to move it, to contribute to it, and to shape it-to be leaders and not followers.
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Lyndon Johnson
Democratic · Texas

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Remarks at the Graduation Ceremony of the Capitol Page School.

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