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On the recordFebruary 12, 1980
I would like to thank Richard for his service as a Peace Corps volunteer.
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Jimmy Carter
Democratic · Georgia

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Richard Starr Statement on the Release of the Peace Corps Volunteer Held Hostage by Colombian Terrorists.

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