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On the recordNovember 16, 1979
I ask all Americans to make a special prayer at churches and synagogues and places of public meeting.
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Jimmy Carter
Democratic · Georgia

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American Hostages in Iran Statement Requesting Special Prayers for the Hostages During the Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend.

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