Jimmy Carter actually said...

"Normalization—and the expanded commercial and cultural relations that it will bring—will contribute to the well-being of our own Nation, to our own national interest, and it will also enhance the stab..."

"I think that one of the greatest benefits that will be derived from this is the continuation of strong trade, cultural relationships with Taiwan."

"The normalization of relations between the United States and China has no other purpose than this: the advancement of peace."

"I think that many of their concerns have been alleviated."