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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 · 196319698,890 total · peak 1966 (3339)
1963: 81 quotes1964: 2,112 quotes1965: 1,508 quotes1966: 3,339 quotes1967: 1,095 quotes1968: 750 quotes1969: 5 quotes
Feb 14, 1967

That all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

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Feb 14, 1967

To produce true and lasting results, our States and municipalities, our schools and great private foundations must join forces with us.

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Feb 14, 1967

Such court decisions may assure justice in a particular case.

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Feb 13, 1967

America's transportation network is a living testament to our system of free enterprise.

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Feb 13, 1967

Representatives of the world, I have come to Geneva to discharge in your midst the most painful of the duties of the head of a state.

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Feb 12, 1967

Your Majesty, we are greatly honored to have you with us in the White House this afternoon.

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Feb 12, 1967

By virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, including Section 1110 of the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 (72 Stat. 800, 49 U.S.C. 1510), and as President of the United States and Commander in…

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Feb 12, 1967

His Imperial Majesty has never raised his voice in the halls of nations except to counsel wisdom, restraint, and justice.

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Feb 12, 1967

He has been our firm and cherished friend for more than five decades.

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Feb 11, 1967

In giving freedom to the slave, we assure freedom to the free--honorable alike in what we give, and what we preserve.

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Feb 8, 1967

Morocco is among America's oldest friends, one of the very first to recognize us as a free nation.

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Feb 8, 1967

I am confident that we will pass along to the next generation the gifts of hope and opportunity that illuminate Article I of the United Nations Charter.

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Feb 8, 1967

The chances for world security are larger, and the hope for world peace is nearer, because tonight aggression has not succeeded.

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Feb 8, 1967

From our talks today, I am more confident than ever that our friends in Morocco are committed to that struggle.

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Feb 8, 1967

Despite the terrible burden of war in Southeast Asia, I think I speak for all my countrymen, Your Majesty, in expressing this hope and making this prediction.

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Feb 7, 1967

That made me very proud that our young people are that interested in their country and those who lead and direct it.

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Feb 7, 1967

We are prepared to discuss the balanced reduction in military activity, the cessation of hostilities, or any practical arrangements which could lead to these results.

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Feb 7, 1967

I devoutly share your wish that the suspension of hostilities over the Lunar New Year may be extended and may open the way to negotiations for a just and stable peace.

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