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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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May 22, 1980

This act will give the Attorney General the authority to initiate lawsuits against any public institution that systematically violates the rights of the people confined there.

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May 22, 1980

nomination of Robert Boochever to be United States Circuit Judge for the Ninth Circuit

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May 22, 1980

An act to authorize the use of certified mail for the transmission or service of matter which, if mailed, is required by certain Federal laws to be transmitted or served by registered mail, and for other purposes.

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May 22, 1980

We should also continue to seek enactment of the other legislative proposals we have submitted to the Congress.

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May 22, 1980

An act to authorize appropriations under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to carry out State cooperative programs through fiscal year 1982.

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May 22, 1980

I am committed to the principle that a career in the military should be at least as rewarding as a career elsewhere in our society.

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May 22, 1980

nomination of Horace W. Gilmore to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Michigan

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May 22, 1980

It is fitting and proper to promote the protection of human rights here at home.

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May 21, 1980

My guess is that over a period of time the Mount St. Helens explosion will be one of intense interest to geologists and volcanologists and others from all over the world.

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May 21, 1980

It's let me and the Secretary of Interior and Agriculture... all see at first hand what the devastation is, which I could never have dreamed before I came here.

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