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 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
I wanted to come by for a brief visit tonight, live and in person, for at least two reasons.
May 10, 1965
Ellis Island in 1890 was placed under the control of the Federal Bureau of Immigration for development as an immigration station;
May 10, 1965
Between the years 1892 and 1954 Ellis Island was host to more than 16 million aliens entering this country;
May 10, 1965
We seek accord among all nations and understanding among all peoples.
May 10, 1965
This month of May 1965 is the 50th month of uninterrupted economic expansion in our country.
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
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.
May 7, 1965
All we are attempting to do stands on the foundation you did so much to put in place.
May 7, 1965
Every man and woman in this land is so proud and so grateful that God, in His just and wise way, has given you the opportunity to see fulfilled the wisdom of your own vision and the rightness of your own courage.
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
That loyalty has never come ahead of his fidelity to the cause of justice and honor.
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
Your enthusiasm, zest, and growing vigor constitute both a delight and an inspiration to all of us older folks.
May 7, 1965
Where government is based on the consent of the governed, every citizen is entitled to have complete confidence in the integrity of his government.
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
So long as men draw their breath of free air, your name will be honored and your achievements will be respected.
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