Political Quotes

Lyndon Johnson: “Our new minimum wage law, in my judgment, will bring a larger piece of this country's prosperity, and a greater share of…”

On the recordSeptember 22, 1966
Our new minimum wage law, in my judgment, will bring a larger piece of this country's prosperity, and a greater share of personal dignity, to millions of our workers, their wives, and their children.
Said by
Lyndon Johnson
Democratic · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Remarks at the Signing of the Fair Labor Standards Amendments of 1966

Share

More from Lyndon Johnson

Jul 4, 1968

In that pursuit, Mr. President, United States support will be gladly given.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 19, 1969

Any reservations or withdrawals heretofore made which affect the lands described above are hereby revoked.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jul 4, 1968

This program, sponsored by the World Meteorological Organization, constitutes one of the largest and most complex scientific and technological undertakings ever attempted as an international effort.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jul 4, 1968

We are grateful for the impressive gesture of good will and partnership that you have extended to us.

presidency.ucsb.edu

Other voices in this conversation