Jimmy Carter actually said...

Our commitment is to continue, in spite of constant discouragement, in spite of political costs, to move toward a resolution of the issue.

Springfield, Illinois Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session With Members of the State Legislature

05/25/1978

More Jimmy Carter Quotes

Every American feels your loss.

Ours is a nation that prevails, that triumphs over diversity, and which almost invariably benefits and makes progress when the world is face...

I share the disappointment of the American people that this rescue mission was not successful.

I made the final decision.