So did the four great Presidents who followed him, Democrat and Republican alike.

This is dangerous talk.

I hereby order that suitable honors be rendered by units of the armed forces under orders of the Secretary of Defense on the day of the funeral.

First, the changes in the Communist world and in the free world do not at this time indicate sharp or sudden changes in the policies of the United States.

We have just completed a 2-hour Cabinet meeting and I will summarize briefly statements made at that meeting.

Out of our discussions and deliberations, certain conclusions have been reached for the present.

Now, Therefore, I, Lyndon B. Johnson, President of the United States of America, in honor and tribute to the memory of this great and good man, and as an expression of the public sorrow, do hereby direct that the flag of the United States…

Our responsibilities in this regard are clear:

We are prepared to defend peace and freedom and do it promptly against any act of hostility or aggression anywhere.

Third, we shall pursue a course of reasonable and responsible watchfulness.

Second, it is of the utmost importance that there be continuity and stability in United States policies and purposes during this period of international change.

I also direct that for the same length of time the representatives of the United States in foreign countries shall make similar arrangements for the display of the flag at half-staff over their embassies, legations, and other facilities…

Our first purpose is peace.

I urge local election officials, private citizens, and citizen organizations to make a special effort during that week to assist in every possible way the millions of persons who are about to cast their first vote in a Presidential…

We are trying to keep abreast and be very prompt in our actions on this hemisphere.

I do hereby invite the several States of the Union and foreign countries to take part in the California World's Fair.

Make their choice carefully, understanding its importance to themselves and their fellow Americans.

Now, Therefore, I, Lyndon B. Johnson, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the period October 25 through October 31, 1964, as National First Voters Week.