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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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Oct 14, 1980

The spirit that turned the wilderness into the greatest industrial nation on Earth is still at work today building a new future for America.

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Oct 14, 1980

This legislation helps to ensure that the organizational structure of the Federal courts will reflect the needs and conditions of the areas they serve.

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Oct 14, 1980

There is a lot at stake in this election: minimum wage, we've improved it greatly; unemployment compensation, the Congress is now extending it an additional period of time to protect families whose incomes are in danger.

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Oct 14, 1980

I am pleased to sign into law S. 1873, the Judicial Councils Reform and Judicial Conduct and Disability Act of 1980.

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Oct 14, 1980

I'm deeply grateful to Senator Kennedy for the warm words of support.

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Oct 14, 1980

I want to see a tremendous Democratic victory in Massachusetts and throughout the Nation on November the 4th.

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Oct 14, 1980

Ours is a nation of sound beliefs and a sure and certain future.

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Oct 14, 1980

Nothing in this Order shall be construed to limit, delay, or prohibit any agency action which is essential for the protection of public health or safety, for national security, or for the maintenance or rehabilitation of environmental…

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Oct 13, 1980

I am pleased that the Federal Government is taking the lead in providing these privacy protections.

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Oct 13, 1980

The Privacy Protection Act is an integral part of my administration's strong, ongoing commitment to a national privacy policy.

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