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American people Quote by Lyndon B. Johnson

“I'm tired. I'm tired of feeling rejected by the American people. I'm tired of waking up in the middle of the night worrying about the war.” quote by Lyndon B. Johnson
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“I'm tired. I'm tired of feeling rejected by the American people. I'm tired of waking up in the middle of the night worrying about the war.”

Lyndon B. Johnson

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public Address, 1965

Expresses deep fatigue from personal rejection and national turmoil.

In simple terms: Feeling exhausted by rejection and war anxieties.

Key Takeaway

Seek support and address underlying issues.

Themes

politics mental health war fatigue

Mood

reflective somber

Type

political personal

When to use this quote

  • campaigns
  • personal relationships
  • national crises
  • nighttime anxiety

Key Concepts

public perception emotional strain

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you cope with public criticism?
  • What steps can reduce war‑related stress?
A Different Perspective

Overcoming personal doubt can be harder than policy challenges.

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