Mar 6, 1966
Through their fortitude, perseverance, and gallant efforts, these brave officers and men contributed in great measure to the progress of the counterinsurgency effort conducted in the Republic of Vietnam.
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.
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Mar 6, 1966
The devotion to duty, outstanding achievements, and extraordinary heroism displayed by the members of the 121st Aviation Company (Air Mobile Light) and the participating units reflect great credit upon themselves and the Armed Forces of…
Mar 6, 1966
As I said in my Economic Report: 'We must always be prepared to meet quickly any problems that arise in the path of continued, stable economic growth, whether the problems call for fiscal stimulus or fiscal restraint.'
Mar 6, 1966
BY VIRTUE of the authority vested in me as President of the United States and as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the United States I have today awarded THE DISTINGUISHED UNIT CITATION TO THE 121ST AVIATION COMPANY (AIR MOBILE…
Mar 5, 1966
I urge and direct all offices and agencies of the Executive Department to assist the Social Security Administration to give every eligible American an opportunity to sign up for this protection before time runs out.
Mar 5, 1966
I urge every American citizen to lend his time and energy to this cause: to encourage every older friend and relative to make his choice while time remains, so that he may enjoy this protection, provided by a grateful Nation.
Mar 5, 1966
Medicare promises a dramatic step toward a better life for all older Americans through a dual program of hospital insurance and voluntary medical insurance.
Mar 5, 1966
Our older citizens are richly deserving of these benefits, and should not be deprived of this valuable protection for any time through neglect or oversight.
Mar 5, 1966
Medicare promises a dramatic step toward a better life for all older Americans.
Mar 5, 1966
I urge every American citizen to lend his time and energy to this cause.
Mar 2, 1966
Decisions which involve the question of whether the Government provides directly products or services for its own use must be exercised under uniform guidelines and principles.
Mar 2, 1966
I am going to sign this measure this morning notwithstanding the fact that it goes further than I was willing to ask for this year, because, paraphrasing what Secretary Rusk said the other day in response to a question from Congress, he…
Mar 2, 1966
We will support these men who are defending our freedom to debate, who are joining in a most historic protest for their country--a protest against tyranny, a protest against aggression, and a protest against misery.
Mar 2, 1966
This is necessary in order to conduct the affairs of the Government on an orderly basis; to limit budgetary costs; and to maintain the Government's policy of reliance upon private enterprise.
Mar 2, 1966
Each of you is aware of my determination that this Administration achieve maximum effectiveness in the conduct of day-to-day operations of the Government.
Mar 2, 1966
We believe in America that men of thought and men of action must not be isolated.
Mar 2, 1966
From the moment that you take your oath, your job will be to cup your hands about the flame of our Nation's genius.
Mar 2, 1966
Each of you is requested to designate an assistant secretary or other official of comparable rank.
Mar 2, 1966
You have not only your President's gratitude, but the gratitude of the American people for your leadership.
Mar 2, 1966
Under Section 404(a) of the Act, I am transmitting to the Congress a report on this national program, which is successfully advancing communications satellite technology to the benefit of the people of the United States and the world.
Mar 2, 1966
I must study politics and war, that my sons may have the liberty to study mathematics and philosophy.
Mar 2, 1966
A President just must not ignore the unanimous vote of both Houses of the Congress, the two Texas chairmen, Yarborough and Teague, and some 5 million men who will be the beneficiaries who have worn the uniform.
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