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.
Apr 21, 1966
So we have proposed that a National Transportation Safety Board be created under the Secretary of Transportation.
Apr 21, 1966
We think we can make it fast, and efficient, and safe, and dependable, and completely up to date.
Apr 21, 1966
I don't really believe that any of you want to make this a Democratic or a Republican Army or Air Force or Navy or war.
Apr 21, 1966
I am also today proclaiming Friday, May 20th, as National Defense Transportation Day.
Apr 21, 1966
We stand for equal rights and complete justice for all men in all stations of life . . .
Apr 21, 1966
I also invite the Governors of the States to provide for the observance of National Defense Transportation Day and National Transportation Week.
Apr 21, 1966
We must spend it wisely-and I would like to spend it effectively, if you would give me the instruments to do so.
Apr 21, 1966
My kind of people are human beings wherever they are--all 3 billion of them.
Apr 21, 1966
I will always be grateful to this gracious lady, as will all the Presidents who have served with her, for the work that she has done for them and for the country.
Apr 21, 1966
Some day the Navy is going to use my services in connection with the recovery of space people if I come back that quickly!
Apr 21, 1966
Today, we are facing the basic question of how to continue our unparalleled prosperity and maintain a stable and healthy economy.
Apr 21, 1966
Methodists have always believed that works of compassion among men were part of God's will in action.
Apr 21, 1966
The fact that you have stayed in this house as long as you have is a great tribute to you.
Apr 21, 1966
By your very life you gave hope to thousands when they were in the midst of despair.
Apr 21, 1966
You have seen this from first hand and no history book can ever capture all the truth or all the spirit of all the Presidents you have known.
Apr 21, 1966
A fast, modern, and coordinated transportation network—by land, air, and sea—is also essential to our national defense.
Apr 21, 1966
Now, Therefore, I, Lyndon B. Johnson, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate Friday, May 20, 1966, as National Defense Transportation Day, and the week beginning May 15, 1966, as National Transportation Week.
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