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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Nov 26, 1978

We've been remarkably successful in cutting down the unemployment rate.

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Nov 23, 1978

Tunisian Prime Minister Hedi Nouira has accepted President Carter's invitation to make an official visit to the United States.

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Nov 23, 1978

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Andrew Young will lead a delegation to the Republic of Guinea.

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Nov 21, 1978

Import relief would not be in the national economic interest.

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Nov 21, 1978

Imports have shown little significant increase during the five years examined.

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Nov 21, 1978

The Bible is not just a spiritual textbook, but it's an excellent and exciting story.

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Nov 21, 1978

Christ was a person who was alive, dynamic, vigorous, strong, with a great sense of humor.

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Nov 21, 1978

The measure proposed by the USITC would not provide relief in view of the large price differences between imports and the domestically produced items.

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Nov 21, 1978

It's a vibrant story of a man who was alive during the time he was on Earth and who was alive and is alive after death.

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Nov 21, 1978

I have determined that the import relief is not in the national economic interest.

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Nov 19, 1978

My administration and members of my family enthusiastically supported that effort.

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Nov 19, 1978

We will continue to work to realize other goals set forth by the women's conference.

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Nov 19, 1978

I take great pleasure in marking the 1-year anniversary of the first National Women's Conference in Houston, Texas.

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Nov 19, 1978

I think the most meaningful manner in which I can take note of that historic occasion is to call, once again, for ratification of the equal rights amendment.

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Nov 19, 1978

It is in the national interest for all citizens to participate fully in every part of American life.

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Nov 19, 1978

Every person has a role to play in creating a better world, and it begins with each individual’s commitment to making a difference.

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Nov 16, 1978

I think mandatory wage and price controls would be ill-advised.

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Nov 16, 1978

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows.

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Nov 16, 1978

I think it was completely counterproductive as far as helping the textile industry itself.

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Nov 16, 1978

I will nominate Irvine H. Sprague, of Stockton, Calif., to be a member of the Board of Directors of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.

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Nov 16, 1978

We are willing to contribute by cooperation and dialogue to the establishment of peace in the world.

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