Jimmy Carter actually said...

"This approach would limit the President's ability to make his annual budget recommendations a positive, comprehensive, and balanced statement of the Administration's policies and budget priorities."

"The Act which I am proposing today meets that goal: it effectively addresses LEAA's weaknesses and furthers our efforts."

"The participation of neighborhood and community groups in the development and approval of State and local applications will be assured."

"Federal efforts to control crime through LEAA have been uncoordinated and ineffective."