Jimmy Carter actually said...

This is not a plan to achieve mandatory conservation, but is simply a standby measure to permit an orderly distribution of gasoline in the event of a significant shortage.

Context

Standby Gasoline Rationing Plan Statement on Senate Approval of the Plan

05/08/1979

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