Jimmy Carter actually said...

"the treaty will establish a new era of closer cooperation and friendship between the United States and Panama."

"We had a discussion about the question of human rights and the fact that it has been a problem."

"I hope that the spirit of mutual respect and friendship which had guided the United States and Panama through the canal treaty negotiations will serve as an example to the other countries of the hemis..."

"I intend to submit my decision to the Congress in the near future."