Oct 19, 1980
I want every citizen of New York to know they are just as much my constituent as it is any of theirs.
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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Oct 19, 1980
It's important for me to remember that the strength of a nation is the best guarantee of its ability to preserve the peace.
Oct 19, 1980
You've helped our Nation greatly in the menial labor of building the railroads to the West.
Oct 19, 1980
Since I became President in January of 1977, there have been more than 400,000 net new jobs added in Ohio alone.
Oct 19, 1980
It's extremely important to our Nation and our conscience and our soul to treat the most deprived in a fair way.
Oct 18, 1980
We stand for equality under the law and also equality of opportunity.
Oct 18, 1980
The cornerstone of both security and peace is our ability to defend ourselves.
Oct 17, 1980
Today, 25 of 35 coastal States and territories have approved programs covering nearly 80 percent of our coastlines.
Oct 16, 1980
When the Soviets invaded Afghanistan, I had the options of military action, economic action, and political action.
Oct 16, 1980
H.R. 5288 provides for a greatly needed modernization of the vocational rehabilitation program administered by the Veterans Administration.
Oct 16, 1980
I'm very pleased to announce this morning the completion of our contingency arrangements for assuring Israel's oil supply security.
Oct 16, 1980
I recognized that when I began my campaign in 1975, and I recognized it this year when I was challenged by a whole group of candidates, Democrats and Republicans.
Oct 16, 1980
The United States will be a steadfast and dependable friend of Israel.
Oct 16, 1980
It is a modern charter, well designed to meet the needs of the dedicated, able men and women of the Foreign Service in the decades ahead.
Oct 16, 1980
I think it would be inappropriate now to build up expectations for a breakthrough on the hostages.
Oct 16, 1980
This bill provides the first comprehensive revision of personnel legislation for the United States Foreign Service in 34 years.
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