Political Quotes

On the recordAugust 16, 1965
The faith and the will of millions do not take fire from the brands that are muffled in reluctance and fear.
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Lyndon Johnson
Democratic · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Remarks at a Ceremony Commemorating the Fourth Anniversary of the Alliance for Progress.

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The mood at the White House this evening is one of cautious optimism.

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