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Lyndon Johnson: “I came here tonight to tell you that in the time allotted me, with whatever energy and ability I have, I do not intend…”

On the recordMay 31, 1966
I came here tonight to tell you that in the time allotted me, with whatever energy and ability I have, I do not intend for history to repeat itself.
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Lyndon Johnson
Democratic · Texas

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Remarks to the Delegates to the White House Conference 'To Fulfill These Rights'

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