Wirtz as LBJ’s primary mentor; LBJ’s relationship to Herman Brown and Alvin Wirtz; LBJ’s political style of compromise and how he exercised influence; unions; Brown and Root’s campaign contributions; Lady Bird’s ability to accommodate LBJ’s schedule; a letter to Powell, dated 1/7/69, regarding leaving the White House and appreciation of Powell’s father, Wirtz and firm.
Oral history transcript, Ben H. Powell, Jr., interview 1 (I), 6/24/1969, by David G. McComb
Citation
Oral history transcript, Ben H. Powell, Jr., interview 1 (I), 6/24/1969, by David G. McComb, LBJ Presidential Library, accessed August 31, 2025, https://discoverlbj.org/item/oh-powellb-19690624-1-78-47