Jimmy Carter actually said...

We are all sobered by this reminder that, so late in the 20th century, a person can be sent to jail simply for asserting his basic human rights.

Anatoly Shcharanskiy Statement on the Sentence Announced at the Soviet Dissident's Trial

07/13/1978

More Jimmy Carter Quotes

We stand staunchly behind our allies and friends, Israel and Egypt.

The energy shortage is not a transient thing.

The Nation owes a debt of gratitude for those Members of the House of Representatives who did have the courage to vote 'yes.'

I have a sure knowledge that anyone who wants to have gas rationing has taken leave of their senses.