Political Quotes

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 5, 1979

We are very deeply grateful for the tremendous benefits that have accrued to our country from this long relationship between our people.

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Feb 1, 1979

I urge all agency heads aggressively to pursue employee awareness programs on energy conservation.

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Feb 1, 1979

I am directing that executive departments and establishments take immediate steps to reduce the use of petroleum fuels.

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Feb 1, 1979

Lowering thermostat settings in Federally owned and operated buildings to not more than 65 degrees during the day and 55 degrees during the night.

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Jan 31, 1979

There are three things we can do to help the Red Cross during March: 1. Become a Red Cross volunteer 2. Donate blood 3. Support our Red Cross chapter's membership enrollment efforts.

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Jan 31, 1979

I have just signed a Presidential Proclamation designating the month of March as Red Cross Month.

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Jan 30, 1979

The Government of the People's Republic of China agrees to the opening of Consulates General by the Government of the United States of America in Guangzhou and Shanghai.

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Jan 30, 1979

What we have accomplished in the last 3 days is truly exceptional.

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Jan 30, 1979

The agreements that we have just signed for cultural, scientific and technological exchanges, and for consular arrangements will bring the tangible benefits of normalization to increasing numbers of both our peoples.

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Jan 30, 1979

The objective of this Accord is to further the energy programs of the Parties by establishing a framework for cooperation in the field of high energy physics.

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Jan 30, 1979

A strong and secure China which contributes constructively to world affairs is in our interest.

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Jan 30, 1979

China and the United States of America are now meeting on a basis of equality, with full diplomatic relations.

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Jan 30, 1979

We undertake to resolve disagreements through consultations in a spirit of mutual understanding and cooperation.

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Jan 28, 1979

The U.S.-Canadian-U.K. suggestions of November 10 have served a useful purpose in generating some of this forward movement.

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Jan 28, 1979

Your nation, Vice Premier Deng, like ours, has been created by the hard work of ordinary men and women.

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Jan 28, 1979

In that spirit, Mr. Vice Premier, I would like to propose a toast: To the newly established diplomatic relationships between the United States of America and the people of the republic of China.

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Jan 28, 1979

We are eager for you and your people to see and to experience our Nation and for our people to experience yours.

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Jan 25, 1979

I can't think of anything I could say about it that would contribute to the hopes that we have that Iran would settle their problems peacefully.

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Jan 22, 1979

Honest, effective government is essential to restore public faith in our public action.

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Jan 21, 1979

This is a budget that is good enough so that I am sure that the American people will support it.

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Jan 21, 1979

Success in leadership is not just about making decisions, but about making a positive impact on others.

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