(StraightShooterNews.com) – Two days after his passing, President-elect Donald Trump acknowledged former President Jimmy Carter’s humanitarian efforts despite his mixed legacy.
A controversial figure in American politics, Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, died at his home in Plains, Georgia.
Carter, who served from 1977 to 1981, had been the longest-living president in U.S. history.
Economic challenges and foreign policy issues marred his presidency, most notably the Iran hostage crisis, which many conservatives view as a low point in American diplomacy.
Despite previous criticisms of Carter’s presidency, Trump offered a measured response to the former president’s passing.
Trump recognized Carter’s efforts to improve American lives, stating that the nation owes him a “debt of gratitude.”
Moreover, Carter’s most notable achievement during his presidency was brokering the Camp David Accords between Egypt and Israel in 1978.
However, his single term was overshadowed by economic woes and foreign policy missteps that many conservatives argue weakened America’s standing on the world stage.
It was not until after his presidency that Carter’s reputation improved through his humanitarian work, earning him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.
Carter’s post-presidency work, including founding the Carter Center in 1982 to promote human rights and global diplomacy, has been more widely praised than his time in office.
While Carter’s presidency may be viewed critically by many conservatives, his humanitarian efforts and dedication to public service after leaving office have earned him respect across party lines.
The state funeral for Carter, scheduled for January 9 at Washington National Cathedral, has been declared a National Day of Mourning.
Joe Biden is set to deliver a eulogy, and the federal government has been ordered to close.
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