Lyndon Johnson actually said...

"He has served with great distinction in that post and has earned the gratitude of the people not only of Viet-Nam, but the people of the United States."

"Such a concept is obsolete, and we should discard it."

"Ambassador Lodge is finishing his service as Ambassador there with this meeting."

"He has served without regard to partisanship, keeping the interest of his country foremost at all times."