Lyndon Johnson: “I want to be judged--as we judge the great conservationists of…”

On the recordMarch 9, 1966

I want to be judged--as we judge the great conservationists of yesterday--as benefactors of our people and as builders of a more beautiful America.

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Democratic · Texas

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Remarks at the Signing of the Cape Lookout National Seashore Bill

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Jul 5, 1968

I believe deeply in your cause and I believe in you.

Jul 4, 1968

In that pursuit, Mr. President, United States support will be gladly given.

Jan 19, 1969

Any reservations or withdrawals heretofore made which affect the lands described above are hereby revoked.

Jul 5, 1968

Your reward--and it is coming--will be seen in the faces of children who will come down the road that you have helped to open.

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Lyndon Johnson: “I want to be judged--as we judge the great conservationists of yesterday--as benefactors of our people and as builders…”