Sep 29, 1964
As we honor on this day the millions of men and women who have honorably and devotedly served in our armed forces in time of war, we should also demonstrate our continued dedication to the attainment of world peace.
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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Sep 29, 1964
Now, Therefore, I, Lyndon B. Johnson, President of the United States of America, call upon the people of this Nation to observe Wednesday, November 11, 1964, as Veterans Day.
Sep 29, 1964
The Board shall report to the President in accordance with the provisions of Section 206 of such Act on or before Thursday, October 1, 1964.
Sep 29, 1964
I request the officials of the Federal and State Governments to associate themselves with the Veterans Day National Committee in order that people in all parts of our country may have an opportunity on that day to participate personally in…
Sep 28, 1964
In fact, just to show you that I really mean it, I added a good deal to my budget this year by insisting on a pay raise for all of you.
Sep 28, 1964
Since General LeMay is here with us today, all of you really represent a great monument to his thinking and to his planning.
Sep 28, 1964
The security of our alliance is only assured so long as we remain determined and strong and insist on protecting our people and their values.
Sep 28, 1964
I would have you know again that America's commitment to this alliance is real, firm, and substantial.
Sep 28, 1964
So let me say, General, simply, as we begin our visit, that this enormous strength has only one purpose, and that purpose is to keep the peace for free men everywhere in the world.
Sep 28, 1964
American security depends on the security of the alliance as a whole, and the alliance in turn depends upon the strategic strength of the United States.
Sep 28, 1964
We came here today in the work of the great alliance for peace which is NATO.
Sep 28, 1964
I am very pleased today to welcome Secretary General Brosio to this house.
Sep 28, 1964
America seeks a growing partnership of freedom, a partnership that is based on shared respect of reality and shared responsibility for effective defense.
Sep 28, 1964
For us in the United States NATO is a tested and a recognized cornerstone of United States foreign policy.
Sep 27, 1964
Prudence and progress are the watchwords of this administration that serves you now.
Sep 27, 1964
No, I tell you when your country is in trouble, when people are trying to divide, when hate and fear is abroad in the land, it is time for the people of New England to lead the way, to start the march of unity, and to say to the rest of…
Sep 27, 1964
You have gotten good government because you have insisted on it and because you have been active in it.
Sep 27, 1964
I would rather be 3 hours late because people wanted to see me than to be 3 hours early because there was nobody there.
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