Feb 23, 1966
It will be held in March 1966, except in those communities where the Red Cross raises its funds in partnership with United Way and combined campaigns.
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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Feb 23, 1966
It has gained our confidence and support through years of devoted service to our Armed Forces personnel and to the victims of thousands of disasters.
Feb 23, 1966
In addition to its aid to the Armed Forces and disaster victims, the Red Cross has continued to provide many other vital services to our nation and our communities.
Feb 23, 1966
The American Red Cross has earned the respect, affection and gratitude of the American people.
Feb 23, 1966
Hurricane Betsy's havoc was responsible for the highest Red Cross expenditure for a disaster operation since 1955.
Feb 23, 1966
This year the Red Cross has acted swiftly to meet the special demands of Vietnam.
Feb 22, 1966
In designing the system for the Nation's Capital, I want you to search worldwide for concepts and ideas that can be used to make this system attractive as well as useful.
Feb 22, 1966
We seek to create that climate, at home and abroad, where unlettered men can learn, where deprived children can grow, where hopeless millions can be inspired to change the terms of their existence for the better.
Feb 22, 1966
We will build freedom while we fight, and we will seek peace every day by every honorable means.
Feb 22, 1966
The people must have this right—the South Vietnamese people—and no one else.
Feb 22, 1966
Freedom means the supremacy of human rights everywhere. Our support goes to those who struggle to gain those rights-or keep them.
Feb 22, 1966
So let me assure you and my fellow Americans tonight that I will do everything in my power to defend both.
Feb 22, 1966
It should be designed so as to set an example for the Nation, and to take its place among the most attractive in the world.
Feb 22, 1966
It is possible to reclaim a river like the Potomac from the carelessness of man.
Feb 22, 1966
I have been encouraged by the manner in which you presented the viewpoint of this country.
Feb 22, 1966
No person, or company or government has a right in this day and age to pollute, to abuse resources, or to waste our common heritage.
Feb 22, 1966
We must take this opportunity to make our Capital a more attractive and inspiring place in which to live and work.
Feb 22, 1966
Despite all of our wealth and knowledge, we cannot create a Redwood Forest, a wild river, or a gleaming seashore.
Feb 22, 1966
I ask that you report to me periodically on your accomplishments so that we can join in encouraging public discussion of your plans and in taking steps that others may benefit from your experience.
Feb 22, 1966
It is, simply put, just to prevent the forceful conquest of South Vietnam by North Vietnam.
Feb 22, 1966
The task of managing economic policy so as to achieve high employment without overheating will always be difficult.
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