That vote represents a major step forward in the joint effort of the Congress and my administration to achieve energy security for our Nation.
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.
The good songs were passed down from generation to generation, because they told stories of how ordinary people lived and felt and loved.
I concur with the findings of the study and recommend that the mileage found to be eligible to be added to the system should be designated as a Wild and Scenic River as part of the national system.
I also recommend that an additional 14-mile segment of the river be administered by the State of Oregon under its Scenic Waterways program.
I urge that the Congress promptly act on my recommendations in order to protect these rivers and trails for the recreational and aesthetic enjoyment of all Americans.
I have directed the Federal land managing agencies to enlarge the National Recreation Trails System.
I continue to support legislation authorizing the study of these rivers.
We must encourage exports in every appropriate way, and this administration is committed to a continuing review in all of those that some might classify as export disincentives.
I want to congratulate the 8,000 SCORE volunteers who provide valuable assistance to small businesses all over the country.
Like jazz and the blues, country music has become a bridge of understanding and good will and friendship from our country to other nations.
Now, to administer this act will require somebody with a knowledge of statesmanship and experience and superb leadership qualities.





