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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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Jun 11, 1980

I have had a long admiration for President Tito and his contribution to the development of independent nations.

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Jun 11, 1980

The current situation in the Middle East underscores the need for the United States to be well prepared to deal with periods of serious shortage.

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Jun 11, 1980

Citizens working together through voluntary agencies can become partners in the effort to build better communities, a healthier nation, and a more peaceful world.

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Jun 11, 1980

There's a parallelism between our own party and its pride in individuality and the right of each person to speak forcefully for diverging views.

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Jun 11, 1980

I guarantee that we will continue to work for success with the best possible avenue being the use of and the building upon the Camp David accords.

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Jun 11, 1980

The Alliance is much stronger now than it has been in many years.

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Jun 11, 1980

I'm very excited about going to Italy because of the great reception and hospitality that has been extended to the members of my family who have been there.

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Jun 11, 1980

I would like to shake hands and thank every one of you for the good work you've done.

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Jun 11, 1980

The Camp David accords outline a way to resolve the Palestinian issue, to give the Palestinians a voice in the determination of their own future.

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Jun 11, 1980

The Plan is designed to deal with a serious shortage which will necessarily inconvenience large numbers of gasoline users.

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