March 31, 1976🇺🇸Disclosure

Jimmy Carter Campaign Promise: Will Release UFO Data If Elected President

During his presidential campaign, Jimmy Carter speaks openly about his 1969 UFO sighting with a large group of people. On March 31, during a campaign stop, he is asked whether he would reveal 'behind-closed-doors' information regarding UFOs. He replies that he would 'make these kinds of data available to the public... to help resolve the mystery about it.' On June 8, 1976, the National Enquirer runs a story quoting Carter: 'If I become President, I'll make every piece of information this country has about UFO sightings available to the public and the scientists. I am convinced that UFOs exist because I've seen one.' Carter's position is cautious — he promises openness on existing data, not confirmation of extraterrestrial contact.

Date
March 31, 1976
Location
United States🇺🇸
Type
Disclosure
Country
🇺🇸 United States
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EVENT TITLE: Jimmy Carter Campaign Promise: Will Release UFO Data If Elected President
EVENT DATE: 1976-03-31
EVENT TYPE: disclosure

1. During his presidential campaign, Jimmy Carter openly discussed his 1969 UFO sighting. On March 31, 1976, during a campaign stop, he addressed the possibility of revealing classified UFO information if elected president. He indicated a willingness to make such data available.

The Incident During his 1976 presidential campaign, Jimmy Carter spoke about his own UFO sighting from 1969. On March 31st, during a campaign event, Carter was asked about releasing 'behind-closed-doors' information regarding UFOs. He responded that he would 'make these kinds of data availab[le]'.

Investigation The provided text does not detail any formal investigation into Carter's campaign promise itself. The focus is on Carter's statement and the broader context of UFO disclosure.

Significance Carter's statement is significant because it represents a presidential candidate openly addressing the topic of UFOs and suggesting a willingness to declassify related information. This contrasts with the general reluctance of politicians to discuss the subject, as noted in the source text regarding Ronald Reagan's experience. The source text highlights that Reagan, despite having a UFO sighting, did not report it due to the stigma associated with UFOs. Carter's openness on the campaign trail signaled a potential shift in the government's approach to UFO transparency.

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