Lyndon Johnson actually said...

Our principal responsibility now is to catch up and to make up for years of urban neglect in this country.

Remarks to the Members of the United States Jaycees Governmental Affairs Seminar.

01/30/1967

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I hope Federal employees will be generous in their support.

This is an important job and I am glad that Secretary Connor has agreed to undertake it.

I request that you serve personally as Chairman of the Combined Campaign in your organization and appoint a top assistant as your Vice Chair...

A combined drive is more convenient for employees, making it possible for them to give their contribution through payroll deductions.