'I shall not seek, and I shall not accept, another term' — President Johnson's address to the nation, 1968
It’s 55 years ago today that President Johnson stunned the United States and the world with his announcement that he would not re-contest the presidency.
It’s an interesting speech for the fact that Johnson buries the lead, and saves the big personal announcement for the conclusion.
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