Jimmy Carter actually said...

I have great confidence in our ability to respond effectively to deal with this crisis and reduce consumption to manageable levels over the remainder of the winter.

Context

The Energy Shortage Statement Announcing Initiatives To Deal With the Shortage

01/20/1977

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