I hope, too, that your hearts may be filled with peace within, as your country so earnestly seeks peace in the world.
Lyndon Johnson
The Public Record
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.
You cannot be in such a place, among such men, without feeling grief well up in your throat, without feeling grateful that there is such courage among your own countrymen.
President Johnson conveyed his impression of discussions earlier that day in Vietnam and earlier in Australia with several Asian leaders.
President Ayub joined him for a discussion which covered both bilateral matters and issues of common concern on the world scene.
I bring with me, also, the gratitude of the Nation you serve so honorably, so loyally, and so well.
Our Nation has never been more ably or honorably served than by all the men who are serving here.
President Johnson congratulated President Ayub on Pakistan's continuing progress, and especially for the success of Pakistan in introducing new wheat strains, expanding human consumption of maize, and expanding both irrigation and chemical…
President Johnson expressed gratification at the inauguration of the Mangla Dam and the prospects for other such projects.
I especially want to tell you of the very great importance of what all of you are doing to shorten the war.
President Ayub outlined the rapid progress being made in agricultural as well as industrial development in Pakistan.
President Johnson stated the intent of the United States to continue its support for this policy of national reconciliation.





