State of the Union Addresses

"State of the Union Addresses" by Jimmy Carter is a compilation of speeches given during his presidency that shows Carter's time leading the country in the late 20th century. This collection highlights Carter's leadership as he talks about important national topics such as energy, the economy, military power, and human rights, which demonstrate the problems and goals of the United States while he was president. The book begins by giving readers background information about when the speeches were made and Carter's thoughts on his time as president in 1978 and later years. Carter focuses on themes of national unity, working together across party lines, and creating smart plans to deal with ongoing problems like rising prices and relying too much on foreign energy. Carter stresses that the government and the American people must work together to achieve big goals, solve problems at home, and handle relationships with other countries, especially when it comes to human rights. Carter's goal through offering these speeches is to give Americans hope and encourage them to work together during a difficult and unsure period.