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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 25, 1980

The price of oil is crippling, not only to us, in bringing additional inflation but also unemployment.

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Jun 25, 1980

In contrast, the peoples of both Portugal and the United States live in peace and freedom with respect for our neighbors and for our fellow citizens.

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Jun 25, 1980

We are glad to be back in the United States of America, the greatest nation, by far, on Earth.

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Jun 25, 1980

Today there are many thousands of Americans who proudly preserve their family heritage brought to our country from Portugal.

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Jun 25, 1980

The principle of the rule of law, vital to the health and stability of the world community, is at stake in this crisis.

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Jun 24, 1980

What is absolutely clear is that the growing economic relationship is of very great benefit to both countries.

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Jun 24, 1980

I leave Yugoslavia with strong impressions of a brave and dedicated country.

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Jun 24, 1980

Our domestic economic situation, of course, would concern me whether or not this were an election year.

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Jun 24, 1980

I have been moved by the dignity and courage of the Yugoslav peoples at this time of national sorrow over the passing of President Tito.

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Jun 24, 1980

We have reviewed our bilateral relations-which I am happy to affirm are excellent.

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Jun 24, 1980

Portugal's principled response to the crises in Iran and in Afghanistan has been as welcome as it was courageous.

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Jun 24, 1980

The United States has special reason to applaud Spain's emergence as a major partner in the unfinished tasks of peace.

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Jun 24, 1980

I have been impressed by the determination of Yugoslavia's leaders as they face the challenges of the present and plan for the future.

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Jun 24, 1980

The visits I am making in Europe bring me together with friends and allies for frank talk at a time of serious challenge to our common interests.

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Jun 24, 1980

We fully recognize that this is a decision to be taken solely and exclusively by Spain, in its own time and in its own way.

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Jun 24, 1980

The pursuit of arms control is itself a measure to prevent accidental conflict.

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Jun 23, 1980

Spain is an integral and important part of Europe and the Western World.

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Jun 23, 1980

I'm here to reiterate our firm support of Yugoslavia's independence, territorial integrity, and unity.

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Jun 23, 1980

I look forward to a continuing exchange with you on international issues.

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Jun 23, 1980

We know that Yugoslavia can make a significant contribution to the solution of international problems and to the further development of detente between East and West.

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