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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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Oct 25, 1979

I think the fact that I was an engineer and have had some training in State government and also in science and also in agriculture—none of those things are debilitating experiences.

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Oct 25, 1979

There is established a United States Holocaust Memorial Council.

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Oct 25, 1979

President's meeting with members of his Advisory Committee for Women to discuss the equal rights amendment.

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Oct 25, 1979

I'd rather not describe the additional measures that I would take, because I'd like to keep all my options open.

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Oct 25, 1979

We expect the additional Seaway shipping time to help relieve the current backlog of grain in Great Lakes ports.

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Oct 25, 1979

I am proud of the results of the smallpox eradication program, and I cite this program as a giant step toward the goal of rational planning for good health throughout the world in the future.

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Oct 25, 1979

Interest rates are almost directly related to the rate of inflation.

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Oct 25, 1979

We want to get along well with the Soviet Union and meet with them on a peaceful, competitive basis.

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Oct 25, 1979

I think we've moved very firmly and aggressively to encourage new friendships around the world.

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Oct 25, 1979

An act to amend title 18 of the United States Code to allow the transportation or mailing to a foreign country of material concerning a lottery authorized by that foreign country, and for other purposes.

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