May 10, 1965
Henceforth the Statue of Liberty National Monument shall consist of the Statue of Liberty, Liberty Island, and Ellis Island.
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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May 10, 1965
The property known as Ellis Island, as described in the preamble of this Proclamation, which is owned and controlled by the United States is hereby added to and made a part of the Statue of Liberty National Monument, subject to the…
May 10, 1965
The Statue of Liberty is a symbol to the world of the dreams and aspirations which have drawn so many millions of immigrants to America;
May 10, 1965
Ellis Island was a temporary shelter for those who sought refuge, freedom, and opportunity in our country;
May 10, 1965
This exciting Federal-State project will preserve a bright chapter in American history.
May 7, 1965
The name of this medal aptly describes the Speaker's most outstanding qualities-he is true and noble and faithful.
May 7, 1965
Your countrymen wish for you a happy birthday today--and many more birthdays to come.
May 7, 1965
Your enthusiasm, zest, and growing vigor constitute both a delight and an inspiration to all of us older folks.
May 7, 1965
The Civil Service Commission is designated and empowered to perform, without the approval, ratification, or other action of the President, so much of the authority vested in the President by Section 1753 of the Revised Statutes of the…
May 7, 1965
That loyalty has never come ahead of his fidelity to the cause of justice and honor.
May 7, 1965
So long as men draw their breath of free air, your name will be honored and your achievements will be respected.
May 7, 1965
An adviser, consultant, or other special Government employee shall not use his position in any way to coerce, or give the appearance of coercing, another person to provide any financial benefit to him or persons with whom he has family…
May 7, 1965
Each individual officer, employee, or adviser of government must help to earn and must honor that trust by his own integrity and conduct in all official actions.
May 7, 1965
All we are attempting to do stands on the foundation you did so much to put in place.
May 7, 1965
This is a very happy and proud occasion for me and for the people of southeast Texas and for the entire Nation.
May 7, 1965
Water has always been a first concern of the Western and Southwestern States.
May 7, 1965
An employee is expected to meet all just financial obligations, especially those—such as Federal, State, or local taxes—which are imposed by law.
May 7, 1965
I think it is especially appropriate that this dam should bear the name of that great American, Sam Rayburn.
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