Jul 10, 1976
When I am the host of a meeting where decisions are made I would favor the meetings being open.
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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Jul 10, 1976
I favored at that time a quick withdrawal of our troops from Vietnam, completely.
Jul 10, 1976
I have always avoided trying to give simplistic answers just for political expediency.
Jul 10, 1976
There are a lot of specific issues that affect the American people: Jobs, inflation, energy policy, agricultural policy, education, health, fair taxes, and many others, and I intend to address them all.
Jul 10, 1976
The one single issue that comes to mind with which I have had the most difficulty has been the amnesty question.
Jul 10, 1976
I think the American people resent being put in boxes and I have always avoided that myself.
Jul 10, 1976
I don't see any reason for the CIA through covert means to try to overthrow governments.
Jul 10, 1976
I personally feel that the Pentagon Papers should have been revealed by the New York Times.
Jul 10, 1976
I think the proper role of the CIA is the role that was spelled out in the original legislation that set up the CIA.
Jul 10, 1976
I want the American people to understand my character, my weaknesses, the kind of person I am.
Jun 28, 1976
I believe that if we talk sense to the American people, we will find support for a realistic program to meet the urban crisis.
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