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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 11, 1980

An act to improve the administration of the Historic Sites, Buildings and Antiquities Act of 1935 (49 Stat. 666).

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Sep 11, 1980

The assistance made available by the President's certification will enable us to give effective support to those moderate and democratic Nicaraguans who are struggling to preserve individual freedoms, political pluralism, the democratic…

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Sep 11, 1980

The American people have very sound judgment when the facts are presented.

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Sep 11, 1980

Announcement of the nomination of Raymond L. Finch to be United States District Judge for the District of the Virgin Islands.

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Sep 9, 1980

This is only the second time in a decade that this has occurred.

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Sep 9, 1980

The average rate of return for the railroad industry as a whole has been far lower than for comparable industries.

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Sep 9, 1980

The scope of this project... is greater than the sum total of the Interstate Highway System, the Marshall plan, and the space program all combined.

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Sep 9, 1980

I hope the conferees will delete the legislative veto provision which I believe is unconstitutional.

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Sep 9, 1980

I want to congratulate Congressman James Florio, Edward Madigan, Harley Staggers, James Broyhill, and Nick Rahall for their outstanding leadership on behalf of this bill.

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Sep 9, 1980

This corporation for energy security is a cornerstone of our national energy policy.

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Sep 9, 1980

I urge the Congress to act promptly to send me this legislation for signature.

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