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.
Jan 19, 1979
Leadership requires the courage to stand up for what is right, even when it is difficult.
Jan 18, 1979
I am directing that the following actions be taken by the Secretary of Commerce, the Federal departments and agencies, the Federal Cochairman of the Appalachian and Title V Regional Commissions, the Interagency Coordinating Council and the…
Jan 18, 1979
The private sector must be at the core of any national effort to achieve full employment.
Jan 18, 1979
I think the messages that I will send... are certainly worthy of the examination of all those interested in the future of our country.
Jan 18, 1979
Margaret Mead was both a student of civilization and an exemplar of it.
Jan 18, 1979
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including Section 10 of the Act of March 4, 1923 (42 Stat. 1509), as amended (36 U.S.C. 132).
Jan 18, 1979
The mayors and Governors are now playing a much stronger role in their interrelationship with the Federal Government in all its aspects.
Jan 18, 1979
I think the recommendations of this White House Conference were potentially very divisive...
Jan 18, 1979
The Federal Government must play a more sensitive role in the Federal system, setting national objectives while recognizing the special characteristics of particular geographic areas.
Jan 18, 1979
I want to express my deep thanks to all those who are assembled here... for the fine work that they have done.
Jan 17, 1979
Peace is still elusive, and I hope that out of this breakfast can come a reconfirmation that all of you will continue to use your influence to revitalize that prayer for peace in the Middle East and throughout the world.
Jan 17, 1979
Our national interests are best served by such cooperation, and by listening with respect to the problems of all nations, large and small.
Jan 17, 1979
I will consult closely with the Congress as these and subsequent talks proceed.
Jan 17, 1979
The cost of operating the Sinai Support Mission during Fiscal Year 1978 was $11.7 million.
Jan 17, 1979
Those occasions should not make us withdraw our support, for the UN reflects the reality of the world in which we must live.
Jan 17, 1979
Our Nation requires by law that the church and the state must be separated.
Jan 16, 1979
I have repeatedly expressed my hope that the historically black colleges will be stronger when I leave office than when my Administration began.
Jan 16, 1979
Historically black colleges and universities have played and continue to play a unique and important role in providing educational opportunities.
Jan 14, 1979
I will nominate W. Beverly Carter, Jr., of Philadelphia, Pa., to be Ambassador at Large.
Jan 14, 1979
I will nominate Elizabeth Duskin, of Chevy Chase, Md., to be a member of the National Commission on Social Security.
Jan 14, 1979
I will nominate Leonard Woodcock, of Detroit, Mich., to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States to the People's Republic of China.
Jan 14, 1979
Final agreement is unlikely unless the waiver authority is extended for the period during which such agreements and their implementing legislation are being considered by the Congress.
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