Jimmy Carter actually said...

"I do not have any intention of doing this."

"The Attorney General shall assist the President by recommending to the President persons to be considered for appointment who are qualified to be district judges."

"Before making recommendations, the Attorney General shall consider whether public notice of the vacancy has been given and an affirmative effort has been made to identify qualified candidates."

"I take very seriously our obligation to conduct the public's business with the utmost integrity."