Lyndon Johnson actually said...

"When sorrow befell us, we learned anew how great is the trust and how close is the kinship that mankind feels for us, and most of all, that we feel for each other."

"On this occasion x year ago, our beloved President John F. Kennedy reminded us that Christmas is the day when all of us dedicate our thoughts to others, when we are all reminded that mercy and compass..."

"Federal outlays for defense are of such magnitude that they inevitably have major economic significance."

"I am therefore requesting you to designate a senior official in your department or agency to serve on this committee on a continuing basis."