Political Quotes

On the recordMay 24, 1979
I sought this office to lead our country, and I will never duck any decision which is vital to the welfare of this Nation just because the popularity polls might go down.
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Jimmy Carter
Democratic · Georgia

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Democratic National Committee Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session at the Committee's Spring Meeting

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