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“We simply must have faith in each other, faith in our ability to govern ourselves, and faith in the future of this Nation. Restoring that faith and that confidence to America is now the most important task we face.”

Quote by Jimmy Carter

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Jimmy Carter, born on October 1, 1924, was the 39th President of the United States, serving from 1977 to 1981. His presidency was characterized by a focus on human rights and international diplomacy, reflecting his dedication to peace and social justice. Post-presidency, Carter has been active in the non-profit sector, notably through the Carter Center, which he founded to promote peace and health worldwide. more

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Book:Keeping Faith: Memoirs of a President

Source: Keeping Faith: Memoirs of a President

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“They were more than hostile. In the first place, I was a south Georgian and I was looked upon as a fiscal conservative, and the Atlanta newspapers quite erroneously, because they didn't know anything about me or my background here in Plains, decided that I was also a racial conservative.”

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“I have come to realize that in every person there is something fine and pure and noble, along with a desire for self-fulfillment.”

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Book:I'll Never Lie to You

Source: I'll Never Lie to You

“The reduction of nuclear arsenals and the removal of the threat of worldwide nuclear destruction is a measure, in my judgment, ofthe power and strength of a great nation.”

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“Rosalynn said, "Jimmy, if we could only get Prime Minister Begin and President Sadat up here on this mountain for a few days, I believe they might consider how they could prevent another war between their countries." That gave me the idea, and a few weeks later, I invited both men to join me for a series of private talks. In September 1978, they both came to Camp David.”

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“Southerners, whose ancestors a hundred years ago knew the horrors of a homeland devastated by war, are particularly determined that war shall never come to us again. All Americans understand the basic lessons of history: that we need to be resolute and able to protect ourselves, to prevent threats and domination by others.”

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“Although military, economic and political strength certainly favors the more powerful side, the matter of simple justice is a counterbalancing factor.”

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“This is the first national administration we've ever seen where the housewife couldn't afford to buy groceries and the farmer couldn't afford to grow them.”

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“A nation's domestic and foreign policies and actions should be derived from the same standards of ethics, honesty and morality which are characteristic of the individual citizens of the nation.”

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Author:Jimmy Carter