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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 6, 1979

It means a lot to our country to do what's right and what's decent and what's fair and what is principled.

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Jun 6, 1979

No other government on Earth has extended diplomatic relations or recognition to Zimbabwe-Rhodesian Government.

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Jun 6, 1979

I’m tired of seeing America pulled apart by selfishness, and I believe that you are tired of this prospect also.

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Jun 6, 1979

The Black Music Association is not an old organization, but it was one that was organized at the right time in the fight place for the fight reason.

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Jun 6, 1979

I am equally convinced that the best interests of the people of Zimbabwe-Rhodesia would not be served by the lifting of the sanctions.

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Jun 5, 1979

I am transmitting to the Congress today legislation to reform the Federal civilian employee compensation system.

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Jun 5, 1979

The reforms I am proposing today are based on the principle that comparability is the best long-term policy for determining compensation for Federal employees.

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Jun 5, 1979

The proposals I am making will insure that Federal employees are rewarded fairly for their work.

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Jun 5, 1979

The Federal Employees Compensation Reform Act of 1979 will remedy these problems.

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Jun 5, 1979

We reaffirmed our commitment to strengthen NATO's defenses as part of the Alliance's Long-Term Defense Program.

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Jun 5, 1979

This comparability principle is equitable to Federal employees and taxpayers alike.

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