Jimmy Carter actually said...

"An essential means for carrying out our international air transportation policy will be to allow greater competitive opportunities for U.S. and foreign airlines."

"Even if it is unusual, I think I benefit from the fact that I've decided to do it."

"The United States believes this interest is best served by a policy of expansion of competitive opportunity rather than restriction."

"We will aggressively pursue our interests in expanded air transportation and reduced prices rather than accept the self-defeating accommodation of protectionism."