Political Quotes

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 5, 1980

Nobody else could find such an infinite number of things to disagree on as Democrats do.

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Oct 5, 1980

Having good schools, good transportation systems, and good jobs, and not having a disruptive society also helps substantially.

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Oct 5, 1980

America's strength doesn't come from giant corporations; it comes from the work and the ingenuity and the dedication and the skills of American workers.

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Oct 5, 1980

I want you to remember that we win elections from the precinct up.

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Oct 5, 1980

This election is one that involves the future, perhaps as much as any election I ever remember.

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Oct 5, 1980

This school, in my judgment, represents what our Nation is all about.

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Oct 5, 1980

The actions that you take will literally decide the lives of millions of people in our country and indeed throughout the world.

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