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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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May 28, 1979

The killing of a Federal judge—or any judge—is an assault on our very system of justice.

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May 28, 1979

I think it's better to reduce the Federal bureaucracy and to decontrol oil prices very slowly and steadily.

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May 28, 1979

I know I speak on behalf of the American people in expressing outrage at the senseless death of Judge Wood.

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May 28, 1979

This Order shall terminate, unless extended, at midnight on September 30, 1979.

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May 28, 1979

I think OPEC has raised the price of oil excessively this year, and I hope they won't raise it any more.

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May 28, 1979

I'm convinced that the government control of oil prices has not worked.

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May 28, 1979

Each Governor is hereby delegated the authority to establish a system of end-user allocation for motor gasoline.

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May 28, 1979

No matter how Americans may differ on energy, we are united on two basic goals.

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May 28, 1979

When a Governor determines that his State, or any locality therein, is experiencing a shortage of motor gasoline available for retail distribution, such that the public health, safety, or welfare is endangered, he may require motor…

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