Jimmy Carter actually said...

The fee on imported oil is an integral part of energy, economic and foreign policy goals that hold important benefits both for the welfare of our citizens and for the security of our Nation.

Context

Message to the House of Representatives Returning H.R. 7428 Without Approval

06/04/1980

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