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Lyndon Johnson

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Lyndon Baines Johnson was the 36th President of the United States, serving from 1963 to 1969. A member of the Democratic Party, he was born in Texas and began his political career as a U.S. Representative in 1937, later becoming a U.S. Senator in 1949. Johnson ascended to the presidency following the assassination of John F. Kennedy, and his administration is noted for significant domestic policies, including the Great Society programs aimed at eliminating poverty and racial injustice. His legislative achievements included the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the establishment of Medicare and Medicaid.

Quotes by year · 196319698,890 total · peak 1966 (3339)
1963: 81 quotes1964: 2,112 quotes1965: 1,508 quotes1966: 3,339 quotes1967: 1,095 quotes1968: 750 quotes1969: 5 quotes
Sep 2, 1966

In a sense, the whole story of man is revealed in his search for dependable water supplies.

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Sep 2, 1966

There is still much to be done, but we know that we are no longer starting from the bottom.

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Sep 2, 1966

We came here today to consummate an act of faith in the future of the great State of West Virginia.

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Sep 2, 1966

We will build you not promises, but we put it there in concrete and steel.

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Sep 1, 1966

The Committee shall terminate ninety days after the final report of the Commission is submitted to the Committee.

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Sep 1, 1966

I am requesting the head of each of the departments and agencies concerned with these matters to work with the Director of the Bureau of the Budget to insure the fullest coordination in fixing the boundaries of multijurisdictional planning…

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Sep 1, 1966

There is hereby established the President's Committee on Libraries.

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Aug 31, 1966

We know of the sacrifices, and we know of the deeds of valor, and we know the devotion of our servicemen.

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Aug 31, 1966

It is testimony to their gratitude for the patriotic service being rendered in defense of America, and the entire free world.

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Aug 31, 1966

So I know you will have another illustrious member as soon as my name is affixed to the bill.

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Aug 31, 1966

This measure will allow the veterans of Vietnam to become members of the American Legion.

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Aug 31, 1966

But in our earnest desire for peace, we have chosen the path of firm resolve.

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Aug 31, 1966

So I think it is quite appropriate that they should open their rolls to those who carry our flag today.

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Aug 30, 1966

I do hereby call to the attention of the people of the United States that November 4, 1966, is the Twentieth Anniversary of UNESCO and call upon them to observe the occasion with appropriate ceremonies and manifestations of support for the…

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Aug 30, 1966

On Veterans Day, we honor their heroism, we give thanks for their sacrifice.

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Aug 30, 1966

UNESCO has a critical role to play in bringing the educational techniques of the developed world to the newly emerging nations of man's family.

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Aug 30, 1966

We have set aside one day of the year to honor the dead and the living whose actions have testified to their courage and devotion to country.

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Aug 30, 1966

We honor those who wore that uniform in days past, and those who wear it today.

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Aug 30, 1966

Since the birth of the Republic, more than half a million Americans have died for their country on the field of battle.

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Aug 30, 1966

It has continued to support the Organization in its effort to create a climate in the world in which a just peace may prevail.

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Aug 30, 1966

Especially this year our thoughts go out to the hundreds of thousands who are resisting the forces of aggression and violence in Vietnam.

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