Jimmy Carter actually said...

"This will inspire others down the path of self-determination and democracy."

"It is reassuring to a great nation like our own to realize how much we have in common with the great nation of Kenya."

"Through hard work, through the honoring of human rights in its broadest definition, Kenya has not only enjoyed political growth but also great economic achievement."

"We hope that the commission will, as the Secretary-General has said, achieve an early resolution of the crisis between our two countries, which requires the release of the hostages."