Jimmy Carter actually said...

"I commend the bipartisan efforts of Chairmen Harold Johnson and James Howard, and ranking minority members William Harsha and Bud Shuster in achieving the rapid passage of this important measure."

"I want to make it clear that I do in fact regard these export applications as having fallen within the statutory grace period before the full-scope safeguards requirement of action 128a takes effect."

"The wise use of these valuable natural resources is essential for providing continuing social and economic benefits to Americans."

"I will work with Congress to reach this objective."