AdvertisementRichard Goodwin, Crafter Of Johnson's Famous 'We Shall Overcome' Speech, DiesMay 21, 2018Bill ChappellfacebookEmailRichard Goodwin (left) worked for John F. Kennedy, first on his presidential campaign and then in the White House. He also wrote influential speeches for President Lyndon Johnson. Goodwin is seen here with Ted Sorensen (center) and Myer Feldman. (Bettmann Archive)