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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
Aug 1, 1966

We strongly oppose the use of force or the threat of force in the Near East.

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Aug 1, 1966

The sharing of our blessings with others is a value we hold in common with Israel.

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Aug 1, 1966

Our hearts go out to the families involved and to all who are suffering.

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Aug 1, 1966

Above all, Mr. President, we share in common the vision of peace you call shalom.

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Jul 31, 1966

Minimum flight requirements for members on active duty who may qualify for incentive pay under the provisions of section 301 (a) of title 37, United States Code

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Jul 31, 1966

Minimum flight requirements for members of reserve components of the uniformed services on inactive-duty training who may qualify for incentive pay under the provisions of section 301(f) of title 37, United States Code

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Jul 31, 1966

There are men scattered throughout this audience who have devoted a good part of their lives to this work, who stand ready to counsel with you and to advise with you, and to help.

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Jul 31, 1966

By virtue of the authority vested in me by sections 301 (a) and (f), 305 (a), and 402 (f) of title 37 of the United States Code, and as President of the United States and Commander in Chief of the armed forces of the United States…

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Jul 31, 1966

I have every confidence that the careful study that we gave to the qualifications of you two men will prove that you are equal to this challenge.

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Jul 31, 1966

In order to be entitled to receive monthly incentive pay for the performance of hazardous duty.

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Jul 31, 1966

It now appears that large nuclear plants can not only produce electrical power, but they can produce supplies of fresh water along with it.

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Jul 31, 1966

Atomic power has been the shield of this Nation's security, and it has also become the symbol of hope.

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Jul 31, 1966

In the next 20 years the world's demand for fresh water will double.

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Jul 31, 1966

We come to mark the 20th anniversary of both the Atomic Energy Act and the Joint Committee on Atomic Energy.

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Jul 31, 1966

We have come here this afternoon to welcome two old and distinguished Americans to our official family.

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Jul 31, 1966

By these actions 20 years ago, in 1946, the American people pledged that atomic energy would serve not only the national defense of this country, but international peace and the progress of the mankind of the world.

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Jul 31, 1966

Nuclear energy is enlarging its role in meeting our total needs for electricity.

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Jul 31, 1966

Under such regulations as the Secretary concerned may prescribe, members who are required by competent orders to participate frequently and regularly in aerial flights, other than glider flights, shall be required to meet the following…

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Jul 29, 1966

I am pleased to announce that the Honorable John T. Connor, Secretary of Commerce, will serve as Chairman of this year's Combined Federal Campaign for the Washington Metropolitan Area.

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Jul 29, 1966

The coming Combined Federal Campaign is very important to the voluntary organizations and to the millions of people, at home and abroad, who depend on them for help.

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Jul 29, 1966

The success of the past two Combined Federal Campaigns shows that Federal employees heartily favor a once-a-year drive to support these worthwhile voluntary organizations.

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