A White House Diary

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A White House Diary is a book by Lady Bird Johnson, the first lady of the United States from 1963 to 1969 during her husband Lyndon B. Johnson's presidency. The book is based on thousands of hours of tape recordings Johnson made during her time in the White House. It offers a detailed and revealing account of her experiences and observations during that period. Johnson was known for her environmental advocacy, particularly her beautification programs, and her role in promoting initiatives like Head Start. The diary provides insight into her life as first lady, her involvement in her husband's political career, and her personal reflections.123

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…the basis of her book, A White House Diary (1970), which was one of the most complete and revealing accounts ever left by a president’s wife. Following her husband’s death in 1973 Johnson divided her time between the LBJ ranch and her home in Austin.
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…the basis of her book, A White House Diary (1970), which was one of the most complete and revealing accounts ever left by a president’s wife. Following her husband’s death in 1973 Johnson divided her time between the LBJ ranch and her home in Austin.
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