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.
May 19, 1978
This is the first time that Maestro Andre Kostelanetz has been to the White House to perform.
May 18, 1978
The effectiveness of development policy and assistance can be greatly improved.
May 18, 1978
The highest tribute we can pay those who fought and sometimes died for our country is to strengthen in time of peace those values for which they struggled in time of war.
May 18, 1978
We honor them today for their faith in the principles of liberty and justice which motivated our founding fathers, and must motivate us today.
May 17, 1978
Inflation is a corrosive nation-wide problem, and yet the Federal Government's direct control over wages and prices is limited.
May 17, 1978
President Carter has stated the determination of the United States to make a positive contribution to the work of the conference.
May 17, 1978
I am directing that price escalation clauses of all new or renegotiated Federal contracts reflect the principle of deceleration.
May 17, 1978
The greatest asset of our nation is its people, and we must invest in their future.
May 15, 1978
I'm very grateful that there are about a million Armenian Americans who provide stability in a unique place in our Nation's social and political structure.
May 15, 1978
It is an honor for Rosalynn and me to have you here in our home, which is also your home.
May 14, 1978
I congratulate the Congress for enacting this legislation so promptly after defeat by the House of Representatives of the unwise and untimely 'flexible parity' bill.
May 14, 1978
I intend to propose legislation to remove this minimum price provision, but I will not propose to change the modifications in the formula used to determine the cotton loan rate.
May 11, 1978
I herewith report one proposal to rescind $30.0 million in budget authority previously provided by the Congress.
May 11, 1978
The future of our nation depends on our commitment to justice, equality, and the common good.
May 10, 1978
The Secretary of State shall be responsible for performing the following functions vested in the President:
May 10, 1978
I will nominate Philip B. Heymann, of Belmont, Mass., to be an Assistant Attorney General.
May 10, 1978
Efforts to enhance innovation in industry may lead to an improved economic climate in the United States.
May 10, 1978
Every individual has the right to live in a society that values their contributions and respects their dignity.
May 9, 1978
I'm pleased to nominate Richard W. Murphy to be Ambassador to the Philippines.
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