We will continue to stay steadfast with the Republic of Vietnam and the United States and with other Allies in Vietnam until a just peace is won.
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.
The two Presidents exchanged views on all aspects of the Vietnam situation, reaffirming their respective policies of strong and unswerving support for the independence of South Vietnam and the freedom of its people to determine their…
He described the economic gains that the Republic of Korea continued to make at high growth rates.
President Johnson congratulated President Thieu on the completion of a constitution, the holding of successful national elections, and the installation of a constitutional government.
President Johnson stated the intent of the United States to continue its support for this policy of national reconciliation.
President Pak also conveyed the thanks of his government for U.S. emergency food assistance to meet the drought crisis of recent months in Korea, and for the continuing economic development assistance being provided.
We want each of you to know that we do care, that we are happy that you are making progress.
Our concern always will be with your health, with your education, and with your advancement.
I remember many months ago first hearing of the great success you had made with your educational TV and how it excited the interest of many of our people in our country and in the Congress.
We have made clear our very definite interest in Israel, and our desire to preserve peace in that area of the world by many means.
Peace is the number 1 subject in the mind of every leader in the Government.
We are prepared to have every man in South Vietnam under their constitutional government, one man-one vote.
I said we will stop bombing immediately 'provided you will have prompt and productive discussions.'
I think basically our people are friendly and I am going to do all I can to keep them friendly.
The political future of South Vietnam, Mr. Scherer, must be worked out in South Vietnam by the people of South Vietnam.
To be covered by social security, State and local government employees must be included in an agreement between the Department of Health, Education and Welfare and the particular State.
We are ready to stop fighting tonight if they are ready to stop fighting.
I am withholding my approval of H.R. 1670, a private bill for the relief of Dr. George H. Edler.





