The peace agreement between Israel, Egypt and Jordan has stood the test of time and he deserved the Nobel Peace Prize he received for it. But Carter's greatest contributions have been as perhaps our best ex-President, building houses for the poor and promoting voting rights around the world. A thoroughly decent man and a great American.
playing a crucial role as the mediator, facilitating the negotiations for The Camp David accords between Sadat and Begin.
Also he did many wonderful things post-presidency. He dedicated much of his life working with habitat for humanity. He was a man of faith, he loved Jesus. He taught Sunday school and prayed to the baby Jesus. You should emulate him in that regard.
more for his Post-Presidential charitable activities than his time as President, which was unremarkable by comparison, except for the Camp David accords. Most ex-presidents spend their retirement form politics lining their pockets with speaking fees. Carter donated his time to non-profits, which makes him a notable exception. Perhaps there is a connection between giving to those in need and living to be 100? Or is it just a confirmation that growing up eating peanuts is good for you. Lol
“I could have been re-elected if I had taken military action against Iran. It would have shown that I was strong and resolute and manly. ... I could have wiped Iran off the map with the weapons that we had. But in the process a lot of innocent people would have been killed, probably including the hostages. And so I stood up against all that advice, and then eventually all my prayers were answered and all the hostages came home safe and free.” — 2014 interview with CNBC.
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