The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series Jimmy Carter and Jihad - MNNO's Take
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Jan 8, 2025 Dive into the complex legacy of Jimmy Carter, where energy policy breakthroughs meet foreign policy hurdles. Discover how the Iranian Islamic Revolution shifted U.S. strategies and the long-lasting effects on regional geopolitics. Explore the Carter Doctrine's bold military implications in the Persian Gulf and its unforeseen influence on the rise of jihadist movements. This insightful analysis highlights the intricate connections between past decisions and today's world.
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Carter's Outsider Status
- Carter's outsider status meant less institutional experience, impacting foreign policy.
- This lack of experience led to major missteps in the Middle East.
Arming the Mujahideen
- Arming the Mujahideen in Afghanistan had lasting consequences, like empowering the Taliban.
- The US, especially under Reagan, amplified this policy, inspiring other regional actors.
Mishandling Iran
- The Carter administration mishandled the Iran affair, particularly after the 1953 coup.
- Their miscalculations and ceasing of payments to Iranian mullahs contributed to the revolution.