Newt shares his personal memories of President Jimmy Carter.
Newt reflects on his personal memories of President Jimmy Carter, highlighting Carter’s unique blend of characteristics as a South Georgia farmer, a nuclear engineer, and a reform-oriented politician. He describes Carter’s rise from a one-term governor to the presidency, emphasizing his ability to connect with diverse voter groups and his commitment to big ideas. Despite Carter’s initial success and notable achievements, such as the Camp David Accords, his presidency faced significant challenges, including the energy crisis and the Iranian hostage situation. Newt also discusses Carter’s post-presidential contributions, particularly his work with Habitat for Humanity and The Atlanta Project. Newt provides a nuanced view of Carter as a dedicated and intelligent leader whose presidency was marked by both remarkable achievements and significant difficulties.
Follow and listen to more of Newt’s World:
- Newt’s World – Episode 870: Founding Father’s Week: Alexander Hamilton
The lives of these men are essential to understanding the American form of government and our ideals of liberty. - Newt’s World – Episode 869: Founding Father’s Week: James Madison
The lives of these men are essential to understanding the American form of government and our ideals of liberty. The Founding Fathers all played key roles in the securing of American independence from Great Britain and in the creation of the government of the United States of America. - Newt’s World – Episode 868: Founding Fathers – Thomas Jefferson
The lives of these men are essential to understanding the American form of government and our ideals of liberty. The Founding Fathers all played key roles in the securing of American independence from Great Britain and in the creation of the government of the United States of America.