Jimmy Carter actually said...

"The crux of this bill is that the first opportunity for conservation programs to be evolved is at the State level."

"I will try to do a good job working with Charlie Duncan to justify your confidence in us and present to you a rationing program that will be acceptable, adequate, fair, and which would bring joy to th..."

"I'm very happy that this has been accomplished."

"This is a very good occasion in the evolution of an acceptable energy policy for our country."