History Happy Hour: The Outlier: Jimmy Carter’s Presidency and Legacy

Kai Bird’s biography, "The Outlier: The Unfinished Presidency of Jimmy Carter”, offers a nuanced reexamination of Jimmy Carter's presidency, challenging the narrative that views it as a failure. Growing up in the Deep South, Carter brought a unique perspective and a deeply held moral conviction to the White House. His presidency, marked by a push for an aggressive domestic agenda and a complex foreign policy, faced significant challenges from both the political establishment and the media.

In this episode of History Happy Hour, Kai Bird, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and biographer, will chat with Rob Warchol, Assistant Vice President of Development for the White House Historical Association, to honor President Carter.

Bird and Warchol’s talk will explore how Carter's commitment to addressing issues like inequality, health care, and international conflicts reflected a profound moral duty, despite his unpopularity and eventual loss to Ronald Reagan. Bird will shine light on Carter's story as a tragic yet rich journey, underscoring how his leadership was ahead of its time and how it continues to resonate in contemporary American society.

Join us on Thursday, November 7, 6:00 pm ET to hear this engaging and enlightening discussion on President Jimmy Carter! Please note, this episode will be pre-recorded.