Jimmy Carter actually said...

I challenge him now in a very constructive way, not an adversarial way, to meet me under any circumstances on a head-to-head debate.

Interview With the President Excerpts From a Question-and-Answer Session With John Chancellor of NBC News

10/13/1980

More Jimmy Carter Quotes

It was a productive and constructive meeting, which will only result in an enhanced possibility for peace in the European theater.

We believe that the most fruitful step toward general disarmament is an acknowledged strength among the NATO Allies.

Portugal can count on continued United States understanding and support.

We are determined to make a major effort to prevent any action which would disturb peace in the area.