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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 3, 1979

I will nominate Leon B. Applewhaite, of New York City, to be a member of the Federal Labor Relations Authority.

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May 3, 1979

I will continue to oppose the construction of this unnecessary, wasteful, and unsound project.

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May 3, 1979

We obviously still have problems in our country but we are not afraid to face them.

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May 3, 1979

I can tell you that there's not much difference between Iowa people and those where I live.

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May 3, 1979

It is also our responsibility to deal fairly and humanely with any persons accused of being undocumented workers.

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May 2, 1979

I believe that these treaties are in the best interests of the United States.

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May 2, 1979

I believe we should now launch a management improvement program that builds on Civil Service reform.

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May 2, 1979

Rosalynn and I wish Senator Ribicoff and his wife, Casey, health and happiness in the years ahead.

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May 2, 1979

I am establishing an Executive Group to Combat Fraud and Waste in Government.

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May 2, 1979

I am establishing a Presidential Management Improvement Council to support efforts to improve Federal management.

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May 2, 1979

There's nothing you could do for future generations in the environmental field that would pay richer dividends.

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May 2, 1979

Phyllis R. Spielman has been appointed as a member of the Advisory Committee to the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation.

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May 2, 1979

I will not hesitate to use administrative action in the future, if necessary, to protect the Alaskan lands from abuse.

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May 1, 1979

The United States is accepting 7,000 refugees per month from Indochina for permanent resettlement in the United States.

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May 1, 1979

The friendly and cooperative relationship between the United States and Japan has been and will remain the cornerstone of peace and stability in Asia.

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May 1, 1979

I will nominate Lt. Gen. Edward C. Meyer for assignment as Chief of Staff, United States Army.

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May 1, 1979

We will in the future strengthen one another because of shared ideals.

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