08/23/1966
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"They deserve the best their Nation can offer them because they are the best of this Nation."
"I also want you to know that I am grateful for your willingness to remain available to serve your country when needed."
"You and Mary have been a source of great strength to Lady Bird and me."
"It is never easy to part with a member of our official family or adequately to convey how much we will miss him."