I have affirmed that our policy is based on two fundamental objectives: protecting the honor and the vital interests of the United States and working to ensure the earliest possible safe release of the hostages.
Jimmy Carter: “I have affirmed that our policy is based on two fundamental objectives: protecting the honor and the vital interests of…”
On the recordNovember 1, 1980
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American Hostages in Iran Remarks on the Iranian Parliament's Decision Concerning the Hostages.
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