Jimmy Carter actually said...

I would want to be personally responsible to the American people as President for the proper performance of the intelligence-gathering network of our nation.

Context

News Conference in New York City Following a Meeting with Senator Frank Church

07/11/1976

https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu...

More Jimmy Carter Quotes

I am especially pleased with the increase in the personal exemption for travelers from $100 to $300.
10/3/1978
I have signed H.R. 8149, the Customs Procedural Reform and Simplification Act of 1978.
10/3/1978
My administration is strongly committed to eliminating cumbersome procedures, reducing paperwork, facilitating the flow of world trade, and ...
10/3/1978
We've passed many a milestone already along that difficult road.
10/2/1978

View All Jimmy Carter Quotes