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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 6, 1980

There's never been any equivocation in my own administration about a common approach to these concepts of the enhancement of freedom and the enhancement of the worth of individual human beings.

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Oct 6, 1980

The bill establishes as a national goal the successful operation of a magnetic fusion demonstration plant in the United States by the year 2000.

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Oct 6, 1980

I am pleased that H.R. 7511 does so much for the many Americans who have sacrificed for their country.

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Oct 6, 1980

Our Nation is the undisputed leader in developing this advanced technology.

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Oct 6, 1980

The elimination of apartheid, the elimination of racial discrimination, is a goal that we share with deep commitment and with fervent effort.

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Oct 6, 1980

Our participation is important not only because we have a deep self-interest in the health of the world economy but also because our quota gives us important financial rights and influence over decisions in the international monetary…

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Oct 6, 1980

It is extremely important to our Nation and the world that the Senate take this up as a priority item and complete legislative action when it reconvenes in November.

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Oct 6, 1980

This bill represents a reasonable approach to the broad advancement of fusion research and technology.

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Oct 6, 1980

It is a distinct honor for me this morning to be able to welcome to our country President Shagari of the great nation of Nigeria.

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Oct 6, 1980

I'm convinced this act will reduce the suffering of millions of Americans who are robbed of satisfying lives by mental illness.

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Oct 6, 1980

I'd like to raise my glass in a toast tonight to the man who holds that umbrella and who exemplifies to the utmost degree the qualities and aspirations of the people who he leads.

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