Jimmy Carter actually said...

It fills a major gap in the existing laws of our country and also will tend to focus the attention of the public on this very crucial problem that must be resolved.

Context

Remarks on Signing Into Law the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980

12/10/1980

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