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Lyndon B. Johnson

Lyndon B. Johnson was the 36th President of the United States, serving from 1963 to 1969, and a pivotal figure in American political history. Born in Texas, Johnson rose through the ranks of political life, first as a congressional aide, then as a U.S. Representative, and later as a U.S. Senator. His presidency was marked by significant legislative achievements, particularly in civil rights, education, and social welfare, encapsulated in his ambitious Great Society programs. Johnson's State of the Union Addresses, particularly those delivered between 1964 and 1969, reflect his vision for America, addressing issues such as poverty, education, and healthcare, while also outlining his foreign policy stance during the Vietnam War.

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“Yesterday is not ours to recover, but tomorrow is ours to win or lose.””

“If you can convince the lowest white man he's better than the best colored man, he won't notice you're picking his pocket. Hell, give him somebody to look down on, and he'll empty his pockets for you.””

“The land flourished because it was fed from so many sources--because it was nourished by so many cultures and traditions and peoples.””

“Yesterday is not ours to recover, but tomorrow is ours to win or lose.””

“If you can convince the lowest white man he's better than the best colored man, he won't notice you're picking his pocket. Hell, give him somebody to look down on, and he'll empty his pockets for you.””

“The land flourished because it was fed from so many sources--because it was nourished by so many cultures and traditions and peoples.””

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