Lyndon B. Johnson Lyndon B. Johnson Lyndon Baines Johnson (; August 27, 1908January 22, 1973), often referred to by his initials LBJ, was an American politician who served as the 36th President of the United States from 1963 to 1969. Formerly the 37th Vice President of the United States from 1961 to 1963, he assumed the presidency following the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. A Democrat from Texas, Johnson also served as a United States Representative and as the Majority Leader in the United States Senate. Johnson is one of only four people who have served in all four federal elected positions.
Ray B. Oladapo-Johnson Ray B. Oladapo-Johnson Ray B. Oladapo-Johnson is a leading public park designer and administrator, and an expert in the restoration of iconic historical landscapes. He is currently the Vice President of Park Operations at The High Line in New York City. Previously, he was Director of Park Operations at the Emerald Necklace Conservancy, which seeks to restore and preserve Boston's 1200 acre Emerald Necklace park system, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. Formerly the Curator of Horticulture at all New York City Zoos, he is credited with being instrumental in the creation of award-winning exhibits including the Bronx Zoo's Madagascar exhibit.