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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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Jun 14, 1978

Today's action by the Senate Banking Committee represents an historic juncture along New York City's path to economic recovery and financing self-sufficiency.

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Jun 14, 1978

World peace can only be assured through effective measures to halt the arms race.

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Jun 14, 1978

Today's vote reflects national support for the city and the commitment of the Banking Committee to approve a responsible and permanent solution to the city's problem.

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Jun 14, 1978

I will nominate Thomas D. Boyatt, of Cincinnati, Ohio, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States to the Republic of Upper Volta.

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Jun 13, 1978

I think that it's accurate to say that the Congress had good intentions 3 years ago when the embargo was enforced in hopes that it would have beneficial results.

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Jun 13, 1978

It is not nearly so much an honor for you to come here as it is for me to have you here.

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Jun 13, 1978

You have a great success story to tell and to demonstrate in a personal way.

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Jun 13, 1978

The most immediate and urgent foreign policy decision to be made by the current legislative session is in lifting the arms embargo against Turkey.

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Jun 13, 1978

It does me good to stand here and be honored by your presence.

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Jun 13, 1978

I think it's accurate to say that this meeting is one that could not possibly have been successful 10, 15 years ago.

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Jun 13, 1978

It's important to implement an effective policy in this area of the eastern Mediterranean-Greece, Turkey, Cyprus area.

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Jun 13, 1978

I support Prime Minister Desai's concept of genuine nonalignment.

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Jun 13, 1978

I will nominate Geri M. Joseph, of Minneapolis, Minn., to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States to The Netherlands.

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Jun 13, 1978

I would hope that your own interests would expand far beyond the boundaries of our own country.

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Jun 13, 1978

I think drawing public opinion to this, not only in our country but around the world, has been relatively effective.

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Jun 13, 1978

I am pleased at the strengthening of my personal ties with the Prime Minister.

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Jun 13, 1978

I would guess that Turkey would be reluctant to turn away from her historical alliance with the Western nations, those nations of NATO.

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Jun 13, 1978

Leadership is about making tough choices and guiding others through challenging times.

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Jun 12, 1978

We must make every effort to ensure that countries of the region can continue the process of promoting beneficial cooperation.

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Jun 12, 1978

This second visit will build upon the close personal ties and mutual confidence we established in New Delhi.

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Jun 12, 1978

I will continue to work with the Congress to assure more efficient health care for the American people.

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Jun 12, 1978

Under Prime Minister Desai, the Government of India has reaffirmed its commitment not to acquire nuclear weapons and to refrain from the explosion of peaceful nuclear devices.

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Jun 12, 1978

For the 40,000 Americans suffering from the severe disorder known as endstage renal disease, kidney dialysis and transplantation are essential and life-saving services.

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Jun 12, 1978

He believes in peace, in all the aspects and meanings of that word.

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