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Well, Hale was one of the first people who suggested to President Johnson that there should be a commission
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"Well, Hale was one of the first people who suggested to President Johnson that there should be a commission"

- Lindy Boggs

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Lindy Boggs' quote is describing Hale Boggs, her other half, who was a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1941 to 1943 and once again from 1947 until his death in 1972. Hale Boggs was a strong supporter for civil rights and was a crucial figure in the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. He was also a close ally of President Lyndon B. Johnson. In this quote, Lindy Boggs is referring to her spouse's tip to President Johnson that a commission must be formed to investigate the civil rights movement. This commission, called the President's Commission on Civil Rights, was established in 1957 and was entrusted with examining civil liberties infractions and making recommendations to the President on how to improve civil rights in the United States. Hale Boggs' idea was instrumental in the formation of this commission, and Lindy Boggs' quote is a testament to his dedication to civil liberties and his impact on President Johnson.

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Lindy Boggs This quote is written / told by Lindy Boggs between March 13, 1916 and July 27, 2013. She was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 7 other quotes.

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