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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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Mar 17, 1978

The true measure of a nation’s success is its ability to address the needs of its most vulnerable citizens.

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Mar 16, 1978

And as long as I'm Commander in Chief and President, I'll do the best I can to keep our country strong.

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Mar 16, 1978

It's extremely important that the Eisenhower, as a major fighting component of our Nation's defense, be constantly ready for that purpose.

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Mar 16, 1978

The visit of Prime Minister Menahem Begin of Israel to the United States has been postponed 1 week.

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Mar 16, 1978

The court decision shows that the country has responded well in dealing with the effects of the coal strike.

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Mar 16, 1978

I'm proud to be the Commander in Chief of a group of men as well-qualified, as deeply dedicated, as patriotic and courageous as all of you.

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Mar 16, 1978

I continue to hope that the collective bargaining process will be successful and bring about an end to the strike.

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Mar 16, 1978

Prime Minister Morarji Desai of India has accepted the President's invitation to visit Washington June 13-14, in connection with the Prime Minister's appearance in New York before the 10th Special Session of the United Nations Devoted to…

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Mar 16, 1978

I had a lot of criticism by some of the cynics in Washington and the national news media about saying that I wanted a government that was as good and decent and honest and truthful as the American people.

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Mar 16, 1978

I believe that I will be right in my judgment, I will be fair and enlightened in my decisions.

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Mar 16, 1978

Our Nation is strong, that that strength is being used to preserve peace around the world.

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Mar 15, 1978

The United States can take whatever actions are necessary to make sure the canal remains open and safe.

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Mar 15, 1978

I think Reubin Askew could fill any job in Washington, including the one I hold.

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Mar 15, 1978

I know that millions of Americans join me in praying for his quick and safe return.

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Mar 15, 1978

We can still reach the decisions that are in our Nation's long-term, best interests.

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Mar 15, 1978

The people of our Nation owe a debt of thanks to the Members of the United States Senate for their courageous action taken today in voting for the Panama Canal Neutrality Treaty.

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Mar 15, 1978

The proposal does not increase the cost of the branchline program, currently authorized at $360 million.

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