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On the recordSeptember 30, 1978
Leaders often underestimate the wisdom of our people and how much our people desire peace.
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Jimmy Carter
Democratic · Georgia

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Remarks at the Opening Session of the 26th World Conference of the International Chamber of Commerce in Orlando, Florida

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