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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Jan 14, 1980

I urge all Americans to take this opportunity to learn about our heritage and to participate fully in our democratic system.

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Jan 14, 1980

My belief is, based on evidence, that the Soviets have been somewhat chastened and surprised by the strong reaction in the other nations in the world.

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Jan 14, 1980

As black human rights have been ensured, all Americans have benefited.

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Jan 14, 1980

There is no way to separate black history from the history of our country.

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Jan 13, 1980

this Soviet action, in flagrant violation of the United Nations Charter, constitutes a most serious threat to international peace.

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Jan 13, 1980

Access to the public capital markets was virtually closed to small businesses.

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Jan 13, 1980

Small business is one of the sectors that is particularly hard hit by inflation.

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Jan 13, 1980

Viewed in the aggregate, there is nothing small about small business.

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Jan 13, 1980

Inflation is one of the most vexing and intractable problems we face as a Nation.

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Jan 13, 1980

Employment in firms with 500 or fewer employees increased by 7.5 million.

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