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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 1, 1980

I am pleased that the Congress acted on the continuing resolution for 1981 in time to avoid disruption in Government activities at the start of this fiscal year.

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Oct 1, 1980

There's no reason anymore in this country after the great work that the Congress has done for any young person to be deprived of a college education because of economic circumstances.

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Oct 1, 1980

I think we have got to guarantee women's rights in the Constitution of the United States of America.

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Oct 1, 1980

After full and careful reflection, there may be differing views on such judgmental matters.

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Oct 1, 1980

I believe it is inappropriate for the Congress to interpose itself between the courts and a Cabinet officer on this matter.

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Oct 1, 1980

There was no interference by the White House in the Department of Justice's investigation of Billy Carter.

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Oct 1, 1980

About 400,000 more people are at work in Ohio today than there were in January when you attended that first Inauguration.

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Oct 1, 1980

I think we've got a lot more confidence now than we had in '76.

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Oct 1, 1980

I believe that in the future, now and in the future, when Americans go to shop for an automobile, they'll see that this is a highly competitive car in workmanship and quality with any in the world.

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Oct 1, 1980

Even in the light of hindsight, the President respectfully differs with the subcommittee's views.

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Oct 1, 1980

I can't tell you that it's fast enough, but it's as fast as I can move in setting up laws that give us the authority to do as you want.

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