Jimmy Carter actually said...

I have taken a different philosophy from some of my predecessors in trying to concentrate Federal program funds in the most intensely needful areas.

Interview With the President Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session With a Group of Editors and News Directors.

02/09/1978

More Jimmy Carter Quotes

Federal government procurement should strengthen the economic base of our Nation's cities and communities.

This new partnership offers no quick nor easy solutions.

The urban policy has come through strong and unscathed.

This commitment began on the day I took office and it will continue throughout my Presidency.