Jimmy Carter actually said...

"I believe that the Congress, under the leadership of Senator Muskie and Representative Rogers, has adopted a sound and comprehensive program for achieving and preserving healthy air in our Nation."

"This act is the culmination of a 3-year effort by the Congress to develop legislation which will continue our progress toward meeting our national clean air goals in all parts of the country."

"This is unprecedented progress."

"This program is intended to give them the opportunity for self-support by providing jobs for those who need them."