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Jimmy Carter
@jimmycarter· Democratic · GA· Dec 6, 1979

We do not have the luxury of abandoning nuclear power or imposing a lengthy moratorium on its further use.

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Jimmy Carter
@jimmycarter· Democratic · GA· Dec 6, 1979

The final report required by section 1-202 of this Order shall be transmitted no later than March 15, 1980.

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Jimmy Carter
@jimmycarter· Democratic · GA· Dec 6, 1979

I call upon all Americans to recognize the contributions of Scouting and to support Scouting programs in their communities.

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Jimmy Carter
@jimmycarter· Democratic · GA· Dec 6, 1979

Scouting teaches boys and girls self-reliance, physical fitness and good citizenship.

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Jimmy Carter
@jimmycarter· Democratic · GA· Dec 6, 1979

As far as I am concerned, as far as the State Department is concerned, as far as our Nation is concerned, there is one issue, and that is the early and the safe release of the American hostages from their captors in Tehran.

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Jimmy Carter
@jimmycarter· Democratic · GA· Dec 6, 1979

There is no substitute for technically qualified and committed people working on the construction, the operation, and the inspection of nuclear powerplants.

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Jimmy Carter
@jimmycarter· Democratic · GA· Dec 5, 1979

Let us rededicate ourselves to promoting the ideals embodied in the Bill of Rights and the Universal Declaration so that, one day, they will be enjoyed by all peoples of the world.

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Jimmy Carter
@jimmycarter· Democratic · GA· Dec 5, 1979

We call upon responsible leaders in both Hanoi and Moscow to recognize and act upon the compelling humanitarian requirements of the Cambodian people.

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Jimmy Carter
@jimmycarter· Democratic · GA· Dec 5, 1979

I’m very glad now to introduce to you Judge Shirley Hufstedler, who will be the first Secretary of Education.

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Jimmy Carter
@jimmycarter· Democratic · GA· Dec 5, 1979

Bill of Rights Day and Human Rights Day and Week should be marked by redoubled support for international efforts on behalf of the full range of human rights.

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Jimmy Carter
@jimmycarter· Democratic · GA· Dec 5, 1979

Those who cause others anguish must know that we will not defend them, but their victims.

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Jimmy Carter
@jimmycarter· Democratic · GA· Dec 5, 1979

Starvation still threatens millions of Cambodian lives, despite a massive international relief effort.

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