Jimmy Carter actually said...

"The bonds between our two countries are too strong for such a long period ever to elapse again."

"It’s a matter of the United States acting in its own best interests, because we know, now and in the future, that our economic well-being... can only come with a stable, free, and independent Africa."

"His leadership qualities are now being recognized by others."

"We share with you a commitment to an Africa that is at peace, an Africa free from colonialism, an Africa free from racism."