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FOR RELEASE ON DELIVERY THURSDAY, April 2, 1970 STATEMENT BY SENATOR J. W. FULBRIGHT CHAIRMAN, COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN RELATIONS UNITED STATES SENATE OLD MYTHS AND NEW REALITIES—I Several years ago I made a speech on the subject of "old myths and new realities." I recently re-read it and was surprised at how tame it seemed in retrospect. Some of the "new realities" of 1964 still seem pertinent, but others have ripened into clichés, while a few, which once had validity, have passed into the realm of old mythology. Meanwhile, a whole new crop of myths have come abloom. I do not presume to have discerned all of them by any means, but a few have seemed conspicuous and noteworthy. I propose, therefore, in a few short statements, to survey some of these new "old myths" and to suggest, if I can, some newer "new realities." Today, for a start, I should like to discuss some of the misconceptions which seem to obtain in our policy in Southeast Asia. Next, I would like to talk about dissent in America and the way In which ill-conceived methods can bring undesired results. On another day I will offer some thoughts on the Middle East, where the myths are as prolific as in a Bible story. Finally, I shall express some impressions about our domestic affairs, where certain social prescriptions have been elevated to the status of revealed truth, and hope has given way to disillusion, in such fields as poverty, race and education.
Object Description
Title | Old Myths and New Realities (I) |
Abstract | Speech given by Senator Fulbright updating old "myths" of East-West relations and the new "realities" of US policies in Southeast Asia, public dissent arising from US policies, and disillusionment in domestic affairs. |
Creator | Fulbright, J. William |
Date | April 2, 1970 |
Audience of Speech | United States Senate |
Institution Where Speech Was Given | United States Senate |
City and State | Washington, D.C. |
Subject |
Foreign Policy Domestic Policy Southeast Asia Vietnam Dissent |
Item Location | J. William Fulbright Papers (MS F956 144, Series 71, Box 35, File 49) |
Rights | Please contact Special Collections for information on copyright. |
Digital Publisher | University of Arkansas Libraries |
Series Title | A Calm Voice in a Strident World: Senator J.W. Fulbright Speaks |
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Title | Old Myths and New Realities (I) |
Abstract | Speech given by Senator Fulbright updating old "myths" of East-West relations and the new "realities" of US policies in Southeast Asia, public dissent arising from US policies, and disillusionment in domestic affairs. |
Creator | Fulbright, J. William |
Date | April 2, 1970 |
Audience of Speech | United States Senate |
Institution Where Speech Was Given | United States Senate |
City and State | Washington, D.C. |
Subject |
Foreign Policy Domestic Policy Southeast Asia Vietnam Dissent |
Transcript | FOR RELEASE ON DELIVERY THURSDAY, April 2, 1970 STATEMENT BY SENATOR J. W. FULBRIGHT CHAIRMAN, COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN RELATIONS UNITED STATES SENATE OLD MYTHS AND NEW REALITIES—I Several years ago I made a speech on the subject of "old myths and new realities." I recently re-read it and was surprised at how tame it seemed in retrospect. Some of the "new realities" of 1964 still seem pertinent, but others have ripened into clichés, while a few, which once had validity, have passed into the realm of old mythology. Meanwhile, a whole new crop of myths have come abloom. I do not presume to have discerned all of them by any means, but a few have seemed conspicuous and noteworthy. I propose, therefore, in a few short statements, to survey some of these new "old myths" and to suggest, if I can, some newer "new realities." Today, for a start, I should like to discuss some of the misconceptions which seem to obtain in our policy in Southeast Asia. Next, I would like to talk about dissent in America and the way In which ill-conceived methods can bring undesired results. On another day I will offer some thoughts on the Middle East, where the myths are as prolific as in a Bible story. Finally, I shall express some impressions about our domestic affairs, where certain social prescriptions have been elevated to the status of revealed truth, and hope has given way to disillusion, in such fields as poverty, race and education. |
Item Location | J. William Fulbright Papers (MS F956 144, Series 71, Box 35, File 49) |
Rights | Please contact Special Collections for information on copyright. |
Digital Publisher | University of Arkansas Libraries |
Series Title | A Calm Voice in a Strident World: Senator J.W. Fulbright Speaks |
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