Mar 16, 1980
There's another special person here tonight—one that I admire and one that I love.
Jimmy Carter
The Public Record
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 16, 1980
We are grateful, too, that we had a chance to build a special, large shamrock in front—maybe one of the largest ones that's ever been in the White House, at least the last 3 years.
Mar 16, 1980
We cannot spend or tax or decree or regulate or legislate our way out of inflation.
Mar 16, 1980
One of the great leaders who preceded me here in this White House, John F. Kennedy, was asked one time, 'What is your favorite song?' He said, 'Well, I think 'Hail to the Chief' has a certain lilt to it.'
Mar 14, 1980
Rosalynn and I extend our deepest sympathy to his children and to the countless friends he made in a life of service to his fellow human beings.
Mar 14, 1980
The senseless and violent death of Allard K. Lowenstein has cut short a life devoted to reason and justice.
Mar 14, 1980
His eloquent dedication to nonviolent change inspired many thousands of Americans.
Mar 13, 1980
remarks and a question-and-answer session on the results of the March 11 State Democratic Party primaries and caucuses
Mar 13, 1980
We cannot accept high rates of inflation as a permanent fact of American life.
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