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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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Jul 14, 1979

Every act of energy conservation like this is more than just common sense--I tell you it is an act of patriotism.

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Jul 14, 1979

We can manage the short-term shortages more effectively and we will, but there are no short-term solutions to our long-range problems.

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Jul 14, 1979

Mr. President, we're in trouble. Talk to us about blood and sweat and tears.

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Jul 12, 1979

Fact sheet: reorganization of U.S. foreign assistance activities

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Jul 11, 1979

Federal government employees traditionally have responded generously in aiding those less fortunate than ourselves.

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Jul 10, 1979

I, Jimmy Carter, President of the United States of America, in order to assure equitable treatment under Proclamation 4445, as amended, and acting under the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the statutes of the United States…

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Jul 10, 1979

I wish to especially thank Chairmen Zablocki and Brooks of the responsible House committees and Chairmen Church and Ribicoff of the Senate committees for their leadership.

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Jul 10, 1979

I hope the Congress soon will complete action to establish this Institute.

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Jul 10, 1979

The administration can now move ahead to establish the International Development Cooperation Agency (IDCA).

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