There is too much at stake for us to consider for a moment that a position of responsibility is to be parceled out either as a plum of patronage or as a reward for partisanship.

There can be no letup in our War on Waste.

The Federal executive must set the pace for the employees and supervisors in his organization.

Not only must each manager search out new ways to improve operations, but managers must coordinate their efforts to eliminate duplication and provide greater efficiency.

These are matters of national urgency and of the highest priority.

I want these honors that we give in Government service, as far as the Government is concerned, to be based not on regions, not on religions, not on race, and not on sex.

Nearly half the preschool children of poverty will get a head start on their future.

We have taken up the age-old challenge of poverty and we don't intend to lose generations of our children to this enemy of the human race.

President Johnson congratulated President Park on the progress made by the Korean Government and people towards stabilization and development of their economy.

President Park and President Johnson reaffirmed the strong bonds of friendship traditionally existing between the Republic of Korea and the United States.

President Johnson noted with deep appreciation the contribution of the Republic of Korea towards the defense of Viet-Nam.

President Johnson expressed his understanding of the importance to Korea of expanded exports and indicated that the United States would continue to cooperate with Korea in efforts to improve Korea's foreign trade position.

President Chung Hee Park of the Republic of Korea arrived in Washington on May 17, 1965, for a 10-day state visit to the United States.

This is one of the most constructive, and one of the most sensible, and also one of the most exciting programs that this Nation has ever undertaken.

President Johnson reaffirmed the determination and readiness of the United States to render forthwith and effectively all possible assistance including the use of armed forces.

President Johnson expressed his desire to visit Korea.

President Johnson specifically stated that it is the intention of the United States Government, subject to applicable legislation, appropriations, and aid policies, to help Korean efforts to achieve stable economic growth.

President Johnson praised this achievement and expressed the expectation that this agreement, when completed, would strengthen the free nations of Asia.