In a sense, the whole story of man is revealed in his search for dependable water supplies.
Lyndon Johnson
The Public Record
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.
There is still much to be done, but we know that we are no longer starting from the bottom.
We came here today to consummate an act of faith in the future of the great State of West Virginia.
We will build you not promises, but we put it there in concrete and steel.
The Committee shall terminate ninety days after the final report of the Commission is submitted to the Committee.
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…
We know of the sacrifices, and we know of the deeds of valor, and we know the devotion of our servicemen.
It is testimony to their gratitude for the patriotic service being rendered in defense of America, and the entire free world.
So I know you will have another illustrious member as soon as my name is affixed to the bill.
This measure will allow the veterans of Vietnam to become members of the American Legion.
But in our earnest desire for peace, we have chosen the path of firm resolve.
So I think it is quite appropriate that they should open their rolls to those who carry our flag today.
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…
On Veterans Day, we honor their heroism, we give thanks for their sacrifice.
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.
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.
We honor those who wore that uniform in days past, and those who wear it today.
Since the birth of the Republic, more than half a million Americans have died for their country on the field of battle.
It has continued to support the Organization in its effort to create a climate in the world in which a just peace may prevail.
Especially this year our thoughts go out to the hundreds of thousands who are resisting the forces of aggression and violence in Vietnam.





