Jimmy Carter actually said...

"Until then, however, the new order will:—ensure that foreign intelligence and counterintelligence activities are conducted in full compliance with the laws of the United States and are consistent with..."

"The most important principle that this Executive order stands for is that it demonstrates that we can fully protect our Nation and do so within the law."

"I strongly recommended early enactment of legislation to correct those provisions of current law that cause significant departures from the local prevailing rate principle."

"The National Security Council and its two standing committees will, short of the President, provide the highest level review of and guidance for the policies and practices of the Intelligence Communit..."