Lyndon Johnson actually said...

This measure will allow the veterans of Vietnam to become members of the American Legion.

Remarks Upon Signing Bill Authorizing Veterans of Vietnam To Become Members of the American Legion

08/31/1966

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Our eyes are on the future but our hearts will never forget the past.

We are proud that you have returned tonight under happier circumstances on a mission of friendship.

Those ideals which inspired so many people to reach for independence are not Western values or Asian values.

Ten months ago, Mr. President, you came on a mission of sorrow to the funeral of our beloved President John F. Kennedy.