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.
May 29, 1966
I know of no time in our history when our brave men in arms have performed with greater skill or courage.
May 29, 1966
Our interest will not be served if nations continue to violate the independence of other nations.
May 26, 1966
I hereby designate the International Cotton Institute as a public international organization entitled to enjoy those privileges, exemptions, and immunities provided for by the International Organizations Immunities Act
May 26, 1966
It gives me great pleasure to announce the completion of the last major step in Alaska's unique program of transition from territorial status to statehood.
May 26, 1966
I commend the employees of your State and the Federal Government, particularly the Federal Aviation Agency, who worked so cooperatively during this period.
May 25, 1966
As the process of election becomes more complex and costly, we must make it possible for those without personal wealth to enter public life without being obligated to a few large contributors.
May 25, 1966
That is because of this system we have that our forefathers figured out.
May 25, 1966
The dividend people have risen from $6.4 billion in 1932 to $19 billion last year.
May 25, 1966
In my transportation message to the Congress, I said, 'America lacks a coordinated transportation system that permits travelers and goods to move conveniently and efficiently' across the country.
May 25, 1966
By 1965 we had over a million less cars than we had just 40 years ago.
May 25, 1966
As a result, they have gone up to 60 and 70 and 80 percent in nearly every department of the Government.
May 25, 1966
This nation has never left the field of battle in abject surrender of a cause for which it has fought.
May 25, 1966
I enclose for your consideration the proposed Election Reform Act of 1966.
May 25, 1966
Solid fuels and ash shall be stored and handled so as not to release to the atmosphere dust in significant quantities.
May 25, 1966
In urban areas refuse shall not be burned in open fires and in rural areas it shall be disposed of in such a manner as to reasonably minimize pollution.
May 25, 1966
I have instructed the Secretary of State and other American officials to review our own development policies and programs in Africa.
May 25, 1966
This Congress believes in taking action where there is clear and urgent need for action.
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