Jimmy Carter actually said...

"If given this authority, I will move aggressively but also carefully, work closely with Congress, and make changes that will be of benefit to all of us in administering the affairs of the people of th..."

"Renewing this Executive reorganization authority will help rebuild the public's confidence in government, redeem commitments made to the electorate, and prove to the people who have given us their tru..."

"I have asked Clark M. Clifford to undertake a special mission to Greece, Turkey, and Cyprus as my personal emissary."

"The work of the Board will help to ensure that only qualified individuals are nominated by the President to serve as American ambassadors abroad."