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I had very good support from Democrats and Republicans all throughout my administration. I had a very high batting average. We added more jobs per year in my four years than any other president since the Second World War.

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Jimmy Carter
Age: 100
Born: 1924
Born: October 1
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I have a great deal of confidence in myself and in my faith.
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The truth is that male religious leaders have had - and still have - an option to interpret holy teachings either to exalt or subjugate women. They have, for their own selfish ends, overwhelmingly chosen the latter.
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When I reflect upon my blessings during my very nice lifetime, I am inspired to make sure that I spend the balance of the days of my existence in a productive way.
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From the beginning, the United States has enjoyed close and valued ties with the Muslim world.
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America did not invent human rights. In a very real sense human rights invented America.
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