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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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Mar 31, 1980

We must meet the challenges not with whining and complaining, not with trepidation about the future nor with fear, but with courage.

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Mar 31, 1980

Our patience is not endless, and the Iranian Government must realize that failure to bring this outrage to an end is directly contrary to the best interests not only of ourselves and the hostages but also contrary to the best interests of…

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Mar 31, 1980

Whether they seek careers or work full time in the home, mothers contribute immensely to our Nation's future by shaping the character of our children.

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Mar 30, 1980

We've had unprecedented consultations with the Members of the Congress, both parties.

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Mar 30, 1980

This will be the first balanced budget that our Nation has had in 12 years.

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Mar 30, 1980

This morning we are assembled in the White House to take action which will have far-reaching, beneficial effects on our Nation.

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Mar 30, 1980

I, Jimmy Carter, President of the United States of America, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and Statutes of the United States of America, do proclaim that Part 3 of the Appendix to the Tariff Schedules of the United…

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Mar 30, 1980

I will exercise my authority to veto bills that I consider to be a threat to a balanced budget.

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Mar 30, 1980

The new law will permit institutions to prevent or to overcome the previous wide cyclical changes and swings and to develop a more stable deposit base.

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Mar 30, 1980

This law assures the ability of a strong and independent Federal Reserve to manage the Nation's monetary affairs by encouraging bank membership in the Federal Reserve System.

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