CDP Chairman Art Torres Statement on the Passing of Lady Bird Johnson

Senator Art Torres (Ret.), Chairman of the California Democratic Party, issued the following statement today on the death of Lady Bird Johnson:

“Our nation lost a piece of history today, with the passing of Lady Bird Johnson. She was a woman ahead of her time, who typified true American strength and spirit while fighting tirelessly for Democratic values and environmental issues. Her campaign against the proliferation of billboards ultimately led to the Highway Beautification Act, known as the ‘Lady Bird Bill.’

“Lady Bird once said, ‘A little beauty, something that is lovely, I think, can help create harmony which will lessen tensions.’

“Her lifelong work to make our cities more beautiful, and her quiet strength during one of our nation’s most difficult times, will serve as her lasting legacy.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with Lady Bird Johnson’s family and her many friends.”