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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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Feb 28, 1980

Only problems as extreme as those then faced by the domestic shoe industry could justify the modest mandatory limits on imports.

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Feb 28, 1980

I intend to nominate Lyle E. Gramley to be a member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

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Feb 28, 1980

Announcement: nomination of Walter Meheula Heen to be United States District Judge for the District of Hawaii

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Feb 28, 1980

I hereby direct the Secretary of the Interior to take all steps necessary to implement this proclamation.

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Feb 28, 1980

Announcement: nomination of William Albert Norris to be United States Circuit Judge for the Ninth Circuit

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Feb 28, 1980

The long-term solution to the shoe industry's difficulties lies not in the restriction of imports, but in innovation and modification of the industry's facilities.

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Feb 26, 1980

The United States should continue to work with other governments to coordinate procurement practices and reduce opportunities for corruption.

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Feb 26, 1980

The Nation will shortly begin to tax the windfall profits of the oil industry.

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