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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.

Quotes by year · 1963–19698,888 total · peak 1966 (3339)
1963: 81 quotes1964: 2,112 quotes1965: 1,507 quotes1966: 3,339 quotes1967: 1,094 quotes1968: 750 quotes1969: 5 quotes
Jun 2, 1964

Let us sustain our pledge to work for the day when all people everywhere will know the vindication of that ancient vision: 'peace on earth, good will toward men.'

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Jun 2, 1964

Where we have commitments to the cause of freedom, we shall honor them-today, tomorrow, and always.

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Jun 2, 1964

Only an America that cares for its sick, offers a helping hand to its poor, and compassion to its old—only this kind of America can really win the respect of those whose destiny is bound up with ours.

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Jun 2, 1964

We have stated time and time again that all we seek for all the world is peace—peace built on freedom and mutual respect among men and nations.

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Jun 2, 1964

Men and nations which have united among themselves in grave moments of war must not divide among themselves in hopeful hours of peace.

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Jun 2, 1964

I DECLARE the keel of the Submarine Pargo well and truly laid.

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Jun 2, 1964

One of these subs armed with 16 Polaris missiles has an explosive punch greater than all the destructive power unleashed by all the guns and cannons, planes and ships, on both sides during all of World War II.

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Jun 2, 1964

Only an America which has fully educated its people can remain strong.

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Jun 2, 1964

Our countries are united in their purpose of peace, their effort for economic progress, and their dedication to human dignity.

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Jun 1, 1964

He reiterated to Prime Minister Eshkol U.S. support for the territorial integrity and political independence of all countries in the Near East and emphasized the firm opposition of the United States to aggression and the use of force or…

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Jun 1, 1964

He congratulated Prime Minister Eshkol on the progress made by Israel since 1948 in the economic, technical, social and cultural fields.

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Jun 1, 1964

He emphasized the strong desire of the United States for friendly relations with all nations of the Near East, and its devotion to peace in the area and to peaceful economic and social development of all countries in the area.

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May 31, 1964

I am very happy, Mr. Prime Minister, to welcome you to our country.

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May 31, 1964

We are aware, Mr. Prime Minister, of the problems of political adjustment that Israel faces with her neighbors.

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May 31, 1964

We are prepared to continue our contributions to technical advancement in Israel, particularly in the field of desalinization of water.

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May 31, 1964

The people of Israel have labored long and hard to make of their ancient land a highly developed and most modern nation.

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May 31, 1964

I am confident this visit will result in increased understanding between us and a strengthening of our already cordial relations.

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May 31, 1964

Mr. Prime Minister, it gives me great pleasure to say shalom.

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May 29, 1964

To President Eamon de Valera: As you leave the United States, I want to tell you how very much Mrs. Johnson and I enjoyed your visit and how pleased we were to have you as our guest.

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May 29, 1964

In 1946 the Employment Act set a goal of a job for every American.

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May 29, 1964

I want a people who are fearless instead of fearful; men with pride in their ancestry and hope for their posterity, but humble before their God and concerned always with the wants as well as the needs of their fellow human beings.

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