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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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Jun 24, 1979

Our relationship today is more than just one between two governments.

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Jun 24, 1979

I will nominate Susanna B. McBee, of Los Angeles, Calif., to be an Assistant Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare.

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Jun 24, 1979

I'm delighted to be in your country and to enjoy the special hospitality and friendship for which the Japanese people are known throughout the world.

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Jun 24, 1979

He will nominate Emily Rauh Pulitzer, of St. Louis, Mo., to be a member of the National Museum Services Board for a 5-year term.

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Jun 21, 1979

Americans now, as at all times in our history, remain steadfast in our belief that liberty and national independence are among the universal birthrights of mankind.

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Jun 21, 1979

The Federal Government in Washington cannot solve every problem with a law or a ruling.

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Jun 21, 1979

I hereby designate the week beginning July 15, 1979, as Captive Nations Week.

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Jun 21, 1979

We will do whatever is necessary to see that those truckers who want to work are not threatened by either violence or intimidation.

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Jun 21, 1979

We will not tolerate lawbreaking or violations of individual rights in any form.

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Jun 21, 1979

I pledge the full cooperation of my Administration in helping to explain the principles and details of the agreements.

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