I invite the American people to observe Thursday, May 1, 1980, as Law Day, U.S.A., and to reflect upon their individual and collective responsibilities for the effective administration of the law.
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.
I am returning, without my approval, H.R. 5235, the Uniformed Services Health Professionals Special Pay Act of 1980.
I'm very grateful that the partnership that has been formed—with State officials, with the congressional delegation, and with your city officials in New York City and otherwise.
Our American policy and the principles on which we have based that policy have not changed.
I consider this to be one of my most serious and difficult obligations as a President.
It touches upon both the tangible and intangible aspects of our lives.
This invasion of Afghanistan directly threatens one of the most vital and strategically important regions of the world.
We look to the Organization of American States to continue to produce an environment of understanding, mutual respect, and dedication to the common goals that have inspired the true leaders of the hemisphere throughout its history.





