Jimmy Carter actually said...

"I think this is a very good comparison between his experience and background and capability to perform this important job, compared to my own."

"So far I have enjoyed very much being in Washington."

"I want to emphasize that this legislation is not submitted as a substitute for developing a natural gas policy as a part of an overall energy policy, which our country so obviously lacks."

"I believe there is no prudent alternative to this type of legislation to deal with the present shortage situation."