Jimmy Carter actually said...

The United States can take whatever actions are necessary to make sure the canal remains open and safe.

Panama Canal Treaties Remarks on Senate Ratification of the Neutrality Treaty

03/15/1978

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I think that the other Arab leaders do want peace with Israel.

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