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.
Jul 13, 1977
The small differences between our governments have often become exaggerated in public accounts.
Jul 13, 1977
The importance of basic human rights has a crucial role in international affairs.
Jul 13, 1977
I am directing all agencies of the Executive Branch to support you in any way that their assistance may be useful.
Jul 13, 1977
True leadership is about making the tough decisions and standing by them, even when they are unpopular.
Jul 12, 1977
We are eager to share our own problems and challenges and hopes and dreams and aspirations with others.
Jul 12, 1977
And I'm very proud of my own personal friendship with Helmut Schmidt.
Jul 12, 1977
The strength comes from the people who have a dedication and a willingness for self-sacrifice in times of challenge.
Jul 12, 1977
We're very proud that we share with the Federal Republic of Germany a complete commitment to democratic processes.
Jul 12, 1977
And I just want all of you to know how much we appreciate this good relationship.
Jul 12, 1977
Those of us who have had some background in science have seen the preeminent scientific discoveries originate in Germany.
Jul 12, 1977
This friendship that exists between the United States and the Federal Republic has existed from the very day the Federal Republic was formed.
Jul 12, 1977
I will nominate John R. Lewis, of Atlanta, Ga., to be an Associate Director (Domestic Operations) of the ACTION Agency.
Jul 12, 1977
The Panel will submit, within 60 days, a list of five names from which the President may select a nominee to fill the vacancy created by the death of the Honorable J. Braxton Craven, Jr.
Jul 11, 1977
I will nominate Jean M. Wilkowski for the rank of Ambassador while serving as coordinator of United States preparations for the United Nations Conference on Science and Technology for Development.
Jul 11, 1977
I will nominate Forrest J. Gerard, of Bowie, Md, to be Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Indian Affairs.
Jul 10, 1977
I'd like to first call Dr. Jonas Salk forward to present an award to him and to read a citation.
Jul 10, 1977
Let us all once again rededicate our lives to the fulfillment of Martin Luther King's dream, which was truly the American dream.
Jul 10, 1977
I am deeply moved to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom along with Martin Luther King, Jr., whose life and work contributed so richly to the ultimate freedoms we seek.
Jul 10, 1977
This Medal of Freedom can only express our gratitude, and our deepest thanks.
Jul 10, 1977
I urge the communications media, educators, the aerospace industry, scientific and public-service organizations and the American people to join with the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration during this period…
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