Nov 8, 1979
Many of our neighbors in Central America and the Caribbean are in crisis—crisis marked by economic problems, terrorism, and popular frustration.
Jimmy Carter
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Jimmy Earl Carter served as the 39th President of the United States from January 20, 1977, to January 20, 1981. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously held the office of Governor of Georgia from January 12, 1971, to July 1, 1975. During his presidency, Carter focused on human rights, energy conservation, and the Camp David Accords, which led to a peace treaty between Israel and Egypt. His administration also faced significant challenges, including the Iran Hostage Crisis and economic difficulties marked by inflation and unemployment.
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Nov 8, 1979
A joint resolution to provide for a temporary extension of certain Federal Housing Administration authorities, and for other purposes.
Nov 8, 1979
An act making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, and Related Agencies programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 1980, and for other purposes.
Nov 8, 1979
An act to amend title 23 of the United States Code, the Surface Transportation Assistance Act of 1978, and for other purposes.
Nov 8, 1979
An act to amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize special Caribbean hurricane relief assistance.
Nov 8, 1979
An act to authorize on a temporary basis certain business and agricultural loans, notwithstanding interest limitations in State constitutions or statutes, and for other purposes.
Nov 8, 1979
I am therefore today proposing action to expand our support for development and security in Central America and the Caribbean.
Nov 8, 1979
Assistance in these efforts is essential in creating the conditions under which democratic institutions can grow and thrive.
Nov 7, 1979
They condemned support for organizations engaged directly or indirectly in campaigns of violence which only delays the day when peace and reconciliation can come to Northern Ireland.
Nov 7, 1979
On behalf of all Americans, but particularly on behalf of all of those of us who bear Irish blood in our veins, we welcome you from a great country to a great country.
Nov 7, 1979
I look forward to our discussions this morning, again this evening, and tomorrow.
Nov 7, 1979
It's a great pleasure to have you here, because your friendship is continuing a longstanding relationship between our two countries.
Nov 7, 1979
The official visit of Prime Minister and Mrs. Lynch to Washington and to several other American cities demonstrates the great friendship between the two nations.
Nov 7, 1979
You, Mr. Prime Minister, have said—and we welcome what you'd said in this respect—that you see European strength and unity not as a threat, but as a boon.
Nov 7, 1979
I might say, especially, that we appreciate the extremely close working relationship with Prime Minister Jack Lynch.
Nov 7, 1979
The United States can be truly said as the world's outstanding example of unity in diversity.
Nov 7, 1979
We are bound to you because we share common goals, the goals of democracy and freedom.
Nov 7, 1979
Ireland is also a nation which has suffered from bloodshed and division.
Nov 7, 1979
Those who advocate violence and terrorism violate the laws of God and the laws of man.
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