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On the recordNovember 29, 1965
The concern I have for quality and excellence in government is a concern that all members of the Cabinet, heads of agencies and managers at all levels share.
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Lyndon Johnson
Democratic · Texas

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Letter to the Chairman, Civil Service Commission, on the Need for Quality and Excellence in Government.

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