Jimmy Carter actually said...

"We are determined to work as peacefully as possible to achieve the release of our hostages as early as we possibly can."

"The United States shares the view that only sustained intercommunal talks can lead to a just and lasting settlement of the Cyprus problem."

"I have no regrets about it nor apologies to make, because it did help to save a man's life, and it was compatible with the principles of our country."

"This Nation will never yield to blackmail."