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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 3, 1978

It undervalues or ignores the significance of Federal assistance through the Federal funding of benefits for thousands of District employees who participate in the Federal Civil Service Retirement System.

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Nov 3, 1978

Hope and perseverance are essential for achieving our goals and overcoming obstacles.

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Nov 2, 1978

There's a real reason for the fall-off in voter participation.

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Nov 2, 1978

An act to amend the Federal Rules of Evidence to provide for the protection of the privacy of rape victims.

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Nov 1, 1978

One thing that I'd like to say today is this: I come here as your President, as President of all the people of our country, Democrats and Republicans.

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Nov 1, 1978

It's an exciting thing to come tonight to see democracy in action.

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Nov 1, 1978

The compensation for the positions of Deputy Director and Director, Office of Industrial Mobilization, are fixed at the highest rate now or hereafter prescribed by law for grade 17 of the General Schedule.

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Nov 1, 1978

I have determined that import relief in the form of an increased tariff of 4¢ on any high carbon ferrochromium (HCF) entering the United States at less than a value of 38¢ per pound would be appropriate.

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Nov 1, 1978

The Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office judged the site of only local significance.

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Nov 1, 1978

The compensation for the position of Senior Deputy Assistant Secretary for Industry and Trade is fixed at the rate now or hereafter prescribed by law for level V of the Executive Schedule.

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Nov 1, 1978

Tuesday, 4 days from now, will be a time for you to make a decision.

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Nov 1, 1978

The additional duty would protect the most competitive U.S. producers from bearing the burden of the current world oversupply situation while less efficient EC and Japanese producers are being protected.

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Nov 1, 1978

We live in trying times, times when public servants who are elected by you need to know that you care about our country.

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Oct 31, 1978

The values of our nation are rooted in a commitment to justice, equality, and respect for all people.

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Oct 24, 1978

Justice and fairness are essential for the stability and prosperity of our society.

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Oct 24, 1978

The health of our democracy depends on the strength of our institutions and the integrity of our leaders.

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Oct 23, 1978

For the first time in decades, we have deregulated a major industry.

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Oct 19, 1978

Leadership is about making tough decisions and standing by them, even in the face of opposition.

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