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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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Feb 6, 1980

We have the deepest respect and reverence for Islam and all who share the faith of Islam.

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Feb 6, 1980

The United States has also taken a lead over the matter of the Olympics.

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Feb 4, 1980

Unfortunately, H.R. 4788 overwhelmingly obscures these projects by prematurely authorizing others that are still under study.

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Feb 4, 1980

This bill is a clear example of both unwise fiscal policy and unsound water policy.

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Feb 4, 1980

I transmit to the Congress the annual report to be submitted under section 381 (c) of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act.

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Jan 31, 1980

HARRY E. BERGOLD, JR., of Florida, a Foreign Service officer of Class one, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to Hungary.

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Jan 31, 1980

I transmit herewith the Agreement between the United States of America and the Swiss Confederation on Social Security.

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Jan 31, 1980

CONRAD M. FREDIN, of Minnesota, vice William W. Knight, Jr., resigned.

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Jan 31, 1980

I am proud of our record in supporting child abuse prevention and treatment.

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Jan 31, 1980

But I consider organized physical fitness and the programs associated with them to be the best possible investment in American health.

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Jan 31, 1980

Vice President Mondale will represent me at the XIII Olympic Winter Games.

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Jan 31, 1980

Today I'm directing Governor Apodaca and the President's Council on Physical Fitness to do several things that might enhance the results that we've already achieved with this great program.

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Jan 31, 1980

The proposed amendment will, in my view, further the nonproliferation and other foreign policy interests of the United States.

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Jan 31, 1980

There is established an Advisory Committee on Small and Minority Business Ownership composed of five high-level officers from five United States businesses and five representatives of minority small businesses.

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Jan 31, 1980

I want them all to know, and I want athletes from all around the world to know that I'm determined personally that they will have an opportunity to participate this year in international games of the highest quality.

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Jan 31, 1980

The Committee shall assist in monitoring and encouraging the placement of subcontracts by the private sector with eligible small businesses, particularly with small minority businesses.

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Jan 31, 1980

I'd like to begin by paying a special tribute to a group that deserves the praise and support of all Americans, the United States Olympic Committee.

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Jan 31, 1980

JOHN H. DALTON, of Virginia, to be a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank Board for the remainder of the term expiring June 30, 1982, vice Anita Miller, resigned.

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