Jimmy Carter actually said...

"I'm very grateful for the leadership that has been shown by these men and by the courageous action in the Senate this afternoon."

"I believe that the Federal government should serve as a model of nondiscrimination, and I shall continue to take steps toward that goal."

"The functions of the Committee shall neither substitute for nor replace Executive Office of the President clearance, review, and decision-making procedures."

"This bill, which incorporates legislation submitted by me to the Congress in May of last year, will go far toward fulfilling our commitments to return integrity and efficiency to the conduct of govern..."