Jimmy Carter actually said...

A successful conclusion to the MTN is essential to our national interest, as well as the continued growth of world trade.

Multilateral Trade Negotiations Message to the Congress Transmitting Proposed Legislation

01/14/1979

More Jimmy Carter Quotes

I think anyone knows that there is no incompatibility between these two commitments.

We have not and we will not ever become a second-rate power in any respect, and you can depend on that.

We will remain a nation founded in freedom.

Our Nation is one of great strength.