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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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Sep 30, 1980

I'm deeply concerned about what Governor Reagan said concerning abandoning the SALT II treaty.

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Sep 30, 1980

I have never found any incompatibility between my own religious faith and my duties as President.

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Sep 30, 1980

This agreement will at least give the families of the area... the financial freedom to pack up and leave if they choose to do so.

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Sep 30, 1980

We are working cooperatively with States in resolving longstanding problems related to Federal reserved water rights.

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Sep 30, 1980

The purpose of these guidelines is to caution government employees against dealing with members of the President's family in ways that create either the reality or the appearance of impropriety.

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Sep 30, 1980

I intend to be your President when a constant stream of ships full of American-built cars are unloading in Tokyo and Yokohama.

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Sep 30, 1980

It is the first appropriations bill to be enacted this year, and the amounts appropriated are very close to those recommended in my 1981 budget.

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Sep 30, 1980

Most of these programs have been supported by my administration, and on balance, it is a bill that represents a constructive compromise among contending interests.

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