Lyndon Johnson actually said...

"Now let any who suggest that we cannot honor our commitment in Viet-Nam find new strength and new resolution in the actions of this brave man and his comrades in arms far away from us today."

"So, I hope your example, Captain Donlon, will help to inspire others to step forward and to answer 'yes' when their country calls."

"The example that you have set shall not be lost."

"I have said I believe in the tight fist and the open mind--a tight fist with money and an open mind to the needs of America."