A life of coping with the contradictions

Ex-President Carter’s life shows that in uncertain times, one should cope with clarity and compassion.

The opening sentence of the official Press Statement on the passing of former President Jimmy Carter (1924-2024) succinctly incapsulates the protocol, priorities and position of the global hegemon : “Jimmy Carter was a United States President, a U.S. Navy veteran, a Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, and a humanitarian who dedicated his life to promoting peace, democracy, and human rights.” For his legions of admirers, Carter will perhaps be better remembered for his post-presidential contributions rather than the predicaments of his presidency.