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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Aug 31, 1966

We know of the sacrifices, and we know of the deeds of valor, and we know the devotion of our servicemen.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Aug 31, 1966

So I know you will have another illustrious member as soon as my name is affixed to the bill.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Aug 30, 1966

Especially this year our thoughts go out to the hundreds of thousands who are resisting the forces of aggression and violence in Vietnam.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Aug 30, 1966

Since the birth of the Republic, more than half a million Americans have died for their country on the field of battle.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Aug 30, 1966

I do hereby call to the attention of the people of the United States that November 4, 1966, is the Twentieth Anniversary of UNESCO and call upon them to observe the occasion with appropriate ceremonies and manifestations of support for the…

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Aug 30, 1966

UNESCO has a critical role to play in bringing the educational techniques of the developed world to the newly emerging nations of man's family.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Aug 30, 1966

It has continued to support the Organization in its effort to create a climate in the world in which a just peace may prevail.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Aug 30, 1966

We have set aside one day of the year to honor the dead and the living whose actions have testified to their courage and devotion to country.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Aug 29, 1966

Our efforts for education of quality and equality extend to those adult citizens who have received little or no formal schooling.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Aug 29, 1966

The bravery of young American patriots on the battlefield, the steadfast determination of our people at home, will--in time-bring an end to this trial of aggression.

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