Lyndon Johnson actually said...

Those of us who seek peace know that only wisdom and patience, and the fortitude of long effort, can bring us near to that goal.

Remarks of Welcome at Malmstrom Air Force Base to Prime Minister Pearson of Canada

09/15/1964

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Deep forces for real peace are at work tonight.

What is best for my country is best for me.