Presidential Character Jimmy Carter
- 1. Jimmy Carter By Alia, Eleanor, and Rémy The 39 th President of the United States
- 2. James Carter: A History Raised in Georgia Adamant anti-segregation parents Devout Christian upbringing; dynamic church life Early political history Two terms in Georgia State Senate 1966 and 1970 gubernatorial races Firm beliefs in politics White Citizens’ Council Plains Baptist Church Presidential campaign What did he emphasize?
- 3. Presidential Character Passive-positive Moral ideology “ Christian eagerness to redeem sinners” (Hertzberg) Effectiveness vs. righteousness “ It is time for the people to run the government, and not the other way around” –Jimmy Carter, Democratic Party Nomination Acceptance Speech “ Jimmy”
- 4. Post-Presidential Career Active-positive Made OPPORTUNITIES FOR ACTION Trip to Haiti Habitat for Humanity More effective morally than politically Enjoys his work Optimistic
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