Trade freedom for security?

[NotNow]

Yes.  This is the list of actual events that you listed about the timing of the hostage release.  Doesnt sound like even you are crediting Ronald Reagan with the accomplishment.

The Carter administration negotiated the Algiers Accords. 

The timetable was based on many things, but largely a transfer of gold. 

The Iranians had milked the thing and were ready to settle it as they had other problems...like a war for survival. 

The Algerian negotiations began before the 1980 Presidential election.

More selective reading Dare!.  I have stated my case clearly and in great detail.  Just pulling isolated quotes and making misleading statements (a usual Dare! tactic) won't change a thing.  You have made your bed with Bani-Sadr and the rest of the conspiracy gang.  Lay in it.

[NotNow]

I find your lack of perception in this matter a bit bizarre as well.  While we don't agree on much, I have no doubt that you are an intelligent person.  I am a bit stunned that you haven't thought this through, or if you have, that you don't see the holes in it.   I'm kind of disappointed in you.  I am usually amused by your arrogance,  but this is kind of weird.