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Jimmy Carter: I know that I share with the hostages, with their families, and with the people of this country the desire for a prompt…

On the recordNovember 1, 1980
I know that I share with the hostages, with their families, and with the people of this country the desire for a prompt return of those for whom we have waited so long.
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Jimmy Carter
Democratic · Georgia

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American Hostages in Iran Remarks on the Iranian Parliament's Decision Concerning the Hostages.

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