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Lyndon Johnson: There are no surprises to spring on anyone, for we know that the most important weapon in Vietnam is patience among our…

On the recordOctober 16, 1966
There are no surprises to spring on anyone, for we know that the most important weapon in Vietnam is patience among our people and unity behind our program.
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Lyndon Johnson
Democratic · Texas

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Remarks Upon Arrival at the Honolulu International Airport.

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