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Jimmy Carter has died (washingtonpost.com)

1183 points by gkolli · 584 days ago · 826 comments on HN

Article summary

The article reports on the death of Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States. Although the article itself is not available, the comments reveal that Carter is remembered for his post-presidency work and his commitment to humanitarian causes. He is also praised for his honesty and lack of narcissism. The discussion also touches on his presidency and his efforts to broker peace in the Middle East.

Main themes

  • Jimmy Carter's legacy
  • US presidency
  • Middle East peace
  • Narcissism in politics
  • Israeli expansionism

What commenters say

  • Jimmy Carter was a unique president who will be remembered for his honesty and commitment to humanitarian causes.
  • Carter's post-presidency work was more influential than his time in office, and he set a model for future presidents.
  • Some commenters believe that Israel has ambitions to expand its borders, while others argue that this is a conspiracy theory with no basis in reality.
  • The concept of Greater Israel is seen as a real ideology by some, while others view it as a fringe idea with little popular support.
  • There is disagreement over whether Israel has initiated wars to expand its borders, with some citing historical examples and others arguing that the country is seeking peace with its neighbors.
  • The current Israeli government's actions, including the annexation of Syrian territory, are seen as evidence of expansionist ambitions by some, while others argue that these actions are necessary for security reasons.
  • Some commenters praise Carter for his efforts to broker peace in the Middle East, including the Camp David Accord, while others discuss the complexities and challenges of achieving peace in the region.
  • The discussion also touches on the topic of narcissism in politics, with some arguing that Carter was a rare example of a non-narcissistic leader.