Following the passing of former President Jimmy Carter at the age of 100, sports radio icon Mike Francesa offered a candid assessment of Carter's presidency. During his podcast, Francesa reviewed the day's NFL action and concluded by sharing his thoughts on Carter, describing him as a good person but an ineffective president.
Francesa acknowledged Carter's longevity, speculating that he might be the first president to reach 100 years of age. He then delved into Carter's political career, noting that history hasn't been kind to the former president. Francesa emphasized that his intention wasn't to disrespect Carter, but to offer an honest evaluation.
He highlighted the political climate following the Watergate scandal, explaining that the nation was weary of career politicians and sought an outsider. Carter, a peanut farmer from Georgia with no Washington connections, fit the bill. Francesa described Carter as honest, clean, and a bright man who went on to do good things after his presidency. However, Francesa concluded that Carter was not an effective leader or a good president, adding that some individuals are simply not cut out for the role.
This type of candid commentary is apparently typical for Francesa, as evidenced by a fan-made compilation comparing his Carter eulogy to his previous eulogy for Marvel Comics creator Stan Lee.
Tributes to Carter poured in from the sports world, including a statement from the Atlanta Braves. The team expressed their sorrow at Carter's passing, praising his service to both the country and Georgia. They also highlighted his dedication as a Braves fan and expressed their condolences to his family.
