The imposition of import relief itself would have an inflationary impact and consumer cost that I consider unacceptable in light of the strong emphasis that this Administration places on its anti-inflation efforts.
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.
Domestic politics cannot be allowed to create timidity or to propose obstacles or delay or to subvert the spirit of Camp David.
I pray that the dimly burning wick which we have lit may yet ignite a blazing flame of peace that will light the world.
We are committed to Israel's security, prosperity, and future as a land that has so much to offer to the world.
We must prove to all people in the Middle East that this peace between Egypt and Israel is not a threat to others, but a precious opportunity.
We will not negotiate with the Palestinian Liberation Organization, nor will we recognize the PLO unless it accepts Resolutions 242 and 338 and recognizes Israel's right to exist.
We knew the difficulties ahead, yet we were exhilarated by the prospects for peace.
Today, as the earth is reborn in springtime after a long winter, we lift high that dimly burning wick of peace before the nations of the world.
The purpose of the meetings will be to review the progress and pace of autonomy negotiations for the West Bank and Gaza.
An act to authorize the President of the United States to present on behalf of the Congress a specially struck gold medal to Simon Wiesenthal.
I hope that you will deal with all your peers, those who look to you for leadership, with your customers, and with the big business community, which in general is supportive of what we are attempting to do.
Ten million business people play an integral role not only in giving me advice and support, which I need and which our Nation needs, but also in guiding other segments of the economy to support our anti-inflation program.
The breadth of the recommendations is very constructive, not just the balanced budget but also to control energy imports, to work on stringent wage and price restraints on a voluntary basis, to cut down on Government regulation.
Our Nation is so strong and we are so blessed that sometimes we forget those two basic facts.
We see, in the last 12 months, energy prices more than doubling, increasing 109 percent.
I do hereby call upon all citizens and government officials to observe Friday, March 21, 1980, as National Energy Education Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
This event today will have, I think, a far-reaching and beneficial effect on our Nation.
Our Nation's national security is tied in intimately and inseparably with our economic future.





