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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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Nov 16, 1978

The President's disapproval of S. 2416, H.R. 9937, and H.R. 11545 will be announced.

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Nov 16, 1978

President Carter believes that his visit will further strengthen the unique relationship between two nations that have always shared a common destiny.

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Nov 16, 1978

International relations must be founded on respect for national independence and for the territorial integrity of nations.

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Nov 16, 1978

The centuries old ties linking the United States and Morocco are developing in an harmonious fashion.

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Nov 16, 1978

I hereby designate and empower the Secretary of State to perform, without the approval, ratification, or other action of the President, the functions vested or to be vested in the President by Sections 4 and 6 of the Diplomatic Relations…

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Nov 16, 1978

I reiterated the willingness of the United States to continue to play a role leading to the establishment of a just, durable, and global peace.

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Nov 16, 1978

The announcement of the 1979 feed grain program will be made.

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Nov 16, 1978

Executive Order No. 11846, as amended, is further amended as it relates to the membership of the Trade Policy Committee.

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Nov 16, 1978

By the authority vested in me as President of the United States of America by Section 5317 of Title 5 of the United States Code, and in order to place the position of Director of Policy Review, Department of Defense, in level IV of the…

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Nov 16, 1978

I express appreciation for Morocco's non-aligned, independent policy.

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Nov 16, 1978

The strength of our nation lies in its ability to unite and address common challenges.

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Nov 15, 1978

I think an open and objective debate with a full focusing of public attention on it will enhance our chances of success.

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Nov 15, 1978

If both sides don't agree, then our adamant position will be the Camp David accords cannot be abrogated.

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Nov 15, 1978

With every passing week, we have resolved part of the differences concerning SALT.

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Nov 15, 1978

I think we're going to be working in concert to bring about a responsible but very strict fiscal policy.

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Nov 15, 1978

I think part of the reason is that we have made substantial progress on alleviating the previous number one concern, which was unemployment.

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Nov 14, 1978

Freedom is the right to make choices, and it comes with the responsibility to make wise decisions.

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