Jimmy Carter actually said...

Let it be clearly understood that by exceeding the speed limit, we are wasting fuel and, in too many instances, lives as well.

Statement Urging Compliance With the 55-Mile-per-Hour Speed Limit

08/30/1977

More Jimmy Carter Quotes

President Carter has stated the determination of the United States to make a positive contribution to the work of the conference.

I am directing that price escalation clauses of all new or renegotiated Federal contracts reflect the principle of deceleration.

The greatest asset of our nation is its people, and we must invest in their future.

I have already ordered pay raises reduced for Federal employees.