Lyndon Johnson actually said...

If race, skin color, religious beliefs, sex, or national origin prevent anyone from reaching the heights, then we have all wasted a human being.

Remarks on Equal Employment Opportunity in the Federal Government

03/16/1966

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We cannot turn back the hands of time today, but we can, after 161 years of neglect, honor Jefferson's plea.

This diffusion of responsibility is unsound and unwise.

I ask the Congress to approve a reorganization plan to bring new strength to the administration of Federal health programs.

I join in sorrow as Americans everywhere mourn the death of your husband.