LBJ On Tour: Whirlwind Visit In New York
LBJ On Tour: Whirlwind Visit In New York
NO AUDIO In a hectic two days, President Johnson announces Social Security benefit increases in Baltimore before flying to New York for a hard-hitting campaign in support of local and state Democratic candidates. He visits Brooklyn, Staten Island, reviews the Columbus Day Parade and shakes at least two million hands. High Angle Shot Throngs of people who have come out to see President Johnson. President Johnson walking up to the manmade stage where he will address this crowd of supporters. President Johnson walks up on to the stage, shaking hands with other political dignitaries. President Johnson stands at the podium addressing the people. Crowds applaud. CU road sign reading "Interstate 278 - Verrazano Narrows BR. Staten Island. New Jersey Pay Toll 2 1/2 miles." POV - Passenger side of the car taking pictures out the front window going towards and under a New York Bridge. President Johnson speaking to a packed crowd at another outdoor event. President Johnson addresses the crowds from the podium. People waving signs "Where is Ladybird? and LBJ and JMM" President Johnson shaking hands as he tries to climb into the back of a limo. The limo takes off as secret service run beside it. POV- passenger window- New York City skyline on a cloudy day while crossing a bridge. CU of President Johnson waving to the crowds. ECU Profile of President Lyndon Baines Johnson. President Johnson leaning over a car to shake hands. A parade marching down the streets of New York including a marching band. CU President Johnson wearing a hat and top coat shaking hands.