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His Very Best: Jimmy Carter, a Life

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Iranian hostages exiting a plane with a sign that reads "Welcome back to freedom."

It’s All But Settled: The Reagan Campaign Delayed the Release of the Iranian Hostages

Suspicions have long swirled around unscrupulous campaign manager William Casey. We believe the evidence is now overwhelming.

by Stuart E. Eizenstat, Jonathan Alter, Kai Bird, Gary Sick via The New Republic on May 3, 2023

Cartoon of a large Ronald Reagan leaning on a small Jimmy Carter.

The Surprising Greatness of Jimmy Carter

A conversation with presidential biographers Jonathan Alter and Kai Bird.

by Jonathan Alter, Timothy Noah, Kai Bird via Washington Monthly on November 8, 2021

Jimmy Carter speaking.

What Happens When a President Really Listens?

Jonathan Alter on Jimmy Carter ditching politics for truth.

by Jonathan Alter via Literary Hub on September 30, 2020

Climate Change Was on the Ballot With Jimmy Carter in 1980—Though No One Knew It at the Time

Gains made under Carter’s presidential leadership in the early 1980s might have bought the planet precious time.

by Jonathan Alter via TIME on September 29, 2020

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