I have never been happier, more exhilarated, at peace, rested, inspired, and aware of the grandeur of the universe and the greatness of God than when I find myself in a natural setting not much changed from the way He made it.
JIMMY CARTERWherever life takes us, there are always moments of wonder.
More Jimmy Carter Quotes
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The bond of our common humanity is stronger than the divisiveness of our fears and prejudices.
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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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America has no functioning democracy at this moment.
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I say to you quite frankly that the time for racial discrimination is over.
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Always tell the truth, and take an interest in serving the people around you as much as possible.
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Because (grandparents) are usually free to love and guide and befriend the young without having to take daily responsibility for them, they can often reach out past pride and fear of failure and close the space between generations.
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One of the most serious problems that our country has inherited an unwillingness to talk to anyone who disagrees with us or who won’t accept, before a discussion, all the premises that we demand.
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I am no big shot. I am not anybody’s boss. I want to be everybody’s servant.
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Human identity is no longer defined by what one does but rather by what one owns.
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I’ve looked on many women with lust. I’ve committed adultery in my heart many times. God knows I will do this and forgives me.
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Unless both sides win, no agreement can be permanent.
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Throughout my life, I’ve seen the difference that volunteering efforts can make in people’s lives. I know the personal value of service as a local volunteer.
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A fundamentalist can’t bring himself or herself to negotiate with people who disagree with them because the negotiating process itself is an indication of implied equality.
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It’s not necessary to fear the prospect of failure but to be determined not to fail.
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One of our nation’s greatest leaders of all time was Hubert Horatio Hornblower.
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