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Jimmy Carter: He doesn't believe in government handouts for those who are able to work, but he believes in giving people the…

On the recordMay 25, 1978
He doesn't believe in government handouts for those who are able to work, but he believes in giving people the opportunity to work if they are able.
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Jimmy Carter
Democratic · Georgia

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Charleston, West Virginia Remarks at a Fundraising Reception for Senator Jennings Randolph

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