The problems of the world will not be easily resolved.

I, Jimmy Carter do solemnly swear...

that I will faithfully execute...

Our Government must at the same time be both competent and compassionate.

the Constitution of the United States.

and will to the best of my ability...

This trust is created so that the Grantor, while he is serving as President of the United States, will be isolated from those of his assets which are most likely to be affected by actions of the federal government and its agencies.

To be true to ourselves, we must be true to others.

He hath showed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God.

We can and will work with others to do so.

We must adjust to changing times and still hold to unchanging principles.

preserve, protect, and defend...

The United States alone cannot lift from the world the terrifying specter of nuclear destruction.

These are not just my goals---and they will not be my accomplishments-but the affirmation of our Nation's continuing moral strength.

We are a strong nation, and we will maintain strength so sufficient that it need not be proven in combat.

the office of President of the United States...

So help me God.

We need someone in the White House who understands the problems and needs and hopes and aspirations of the average American family.