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.
May 28, 1980
We are building a brighter economic future for our country, a future of stable economic growth and of self-reliance and a better life for all those who live in our great land.
May 28, 1980
We do live in a time of challenge; we do live in a time of change; we do live in a time of danger.
May 28, 1980
It is time to set the record straight about our Nation and about our future.
May 27, 1980
Continuation of this authority may provide a basis for future steps to expand and improve our bilateral relations with other countries.
May 27, 1980
This progress continued in 1979 and throughout the first four months of 1980.
May 27, 1980
During the past year, China has demonstrated its commitment to open emigration by simplifying its exit procedures.
May 27, 1980
I appreciate the cooperation of Congressmen Scheuer and Broyhill, of Senators Ford and Danforth, and of Chairman Michael Pertschuk in molding a compromise bill.
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