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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 congratulate the House of Representatives for passing the fair housing amendment of 1980 by a vote of 310-96.

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Jun 11, 1980

This report will provide further information on the development of the Standby Gasoline Rationing Plan.

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Jun 11, 1980

This is the most important civil rights bill to be considered by the Congress in more than a decade.

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Jun 11, 1980

We believe that when and if the Soviets do make any contribution toward the restoration of international stability by withdrawing their forces, that we can continue to make good progress on arms control and on the enhancement of detente.

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Jun 11, 1980

We are deeply concerned about the integrity and the thrust of the nonaligned movement.

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Jun 11, 1980

We have a continuing, deep commitment to the control of nuclear weapons.

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Jun 10, 1980

He was one of the warmest people I have known, and I came to trust fully in his judgment and counsel.

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Jun 10, 1980

He was a great leader of his people, a good friend of the United States, and a friend I valued.

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