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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Apr 26, 1966

We cannot turn back the hands of time today, but we can, after 161 years of neglect, honor Jefferson's plea.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Apr 26, 1966

One of the hardest tasks that a President has is to find the right man for the right job at the right time.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Apr 26, 1966

One of my countrymen has said that although he never really expects to see Heaven, it is all right--because he has seen Denmark.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Apr 24, 1966

The awesome responsibility which was his both in the office of Secretary of Defense and in his other official duties testifies to the respect and confidence of his associates.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Apr 24, 1966

His energy and ability were reflected throughout both his government and his private career.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Apr 24, 1966

Our health problems are difficult enough without having them complicated by outmoded organizational arrangements.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Apr 24, 1966

Dedicated to America and dynamic in his service to her interests, Louis Johnson brought the distinction of accomplishment to his public trust.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Apr 24, 1966

I ask the Congress to approve a reorganization plan to bring new strength to the administration of Federal health programs.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Apr 21, 1966

The fact that you have stayed in this house as long as you have is a great tribute to you.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Apr 21, 1966

Methodists have always believed that works of compassion among men were part of God's will in action.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Apr 21, 1966

Today, we are facing the basic question of how to continue our unparalleled prosperity and maintain a stable and healthy economy.

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Lyndon Johnson
@lyndonjohnson· Democratic · TX· Apr 21, 1966

I will always be grateful to this gracious lady, as will all the Presidents who have served with her, for the work that she has done for them and for the country.

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