Jimmy Carter actually said...

"I am transmitting to the Congress today legislation to reform the Federal civilian employee compensation system."

"The reforms I am proposing today are based on the principle that comparability is the best long-term policy for determining compensation for Federal employees."

"We reaffirmed our commitment to strengthen NATO's defenses as part of the Alliance's Long-Term Defense Program."

"The proposals I am making will insure that Federal employees are rewarded fairly for their work."