Announcer: The Constitution does not tell us what kind of man the
President must be. It says he must be 35 years old and a natural born
citizen. It leaves the rest to the wisdom of the voters. Our Presidents
have been reasonable men. They have listened. They have thought clearly,
and spoken carefully. They have cared about people, for the pieces of
paper on which they sign their names change people's lives. Most of all,
in the final loneliness of this room, they have been prudent. They have
known that the decisions they make here can change the course of
history. Or end history altogether. In crisis and tragedy, we have found
men worthy of this office. We have been fortunate. Vote for President
Johnson on November 3.
The stakes are too high for you to stay home.