Apr 5, 1967
Enlightened loyalty requires that each citizen take the trouble to learn about, to discuss, to think through, the crucial issues of our time.
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.
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Apr 4, 1967
To cope with the great outpouring of mail created by our country's increasing social and economic activity, we must have a modern, highly mechanized postal service.
Apr 4, 1967
We must be able to attract and keep highly competent career employees.
Apr 4, 1967
They come because Government offers unique opportunities for unselfish service.
Apr 4, 1967
To do so requires that we achieve comparability with private pay levels--and that we do it in a way which does not endanger our unparalleled economic prosperity.
Apr 4, 1967
The machinery of our Government has served us well. It has been the vehicle of the greatest progress and prosperity any nation has ever achieved.
Apr 4, 1967
This year the Secretary of Defense has been conducting a searching review of the principles underlying the military compensation system.
Apr 4, 1967
I recommend a 4.5 percent pay increase for civilian employees effective October 1, 1967.
Apr 3, 1967
President Johnson, recognizing the vital role which Turkey plays within the NATO defense alliance, pledged the continuing assistance of the United States for the strengthening of Turkey's defense capabilities
Apr 3, 1967
President Johnson described the situation in Vietnam and the efforts of the United States Government to bring about a peaceful settlement
Apr 3, 1967
President Johnson reaffirmed the United States determination to continue to support the development efforts of Turkey by maintaining at a significant level its economic assistance
Apr 2, 1967
Survey markers and boring equipment on streets and sidewalks show that we are finally beginning to move.
Apr 2, 1967
And, as so often in this century, Mr. President, we see Turkey leading the way.
Apr 2, 1967
Your people won our hearts, as they had already earned the respect and the admiration of all the American people.
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