This episode travels back to Jan. 17, 1968, when President Lyndon Johnson delivered his State of the Union address and surprised his closest associates.
Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America’s presidential carnival.
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Podcast production by Jocelyn Frank. Research by Brian Rosenwald.