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Lyndon Johnson: “The continued strength of this country depends upon our ability to provide for national security, to meet our…”

On the recordFebruary 8, 1966
The continued strength of this country depends upon our ability to provide for national security, to meet our international obligations, and to pursue important endeavors here at home within budget limitations that will enable us to maintain a sound and healthy economy.
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Lyndon Johnson
Democratic · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Telegram to the Director, Office of Cost Reduction, National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

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