Jimmy Carter’s legacy, Speaker Mike Johnson’s challenges, and reflections on January 6th

Jimmy Carter’s fight against neglected diseases is one of the Carter Center’s most impactful missions. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell speak with Dr. Bill Foege, the Carter Center’s first executive director, about his work with President Carter and the legacy they built together.

We also turn to Congress, where Mike Johnson narrowly won the vote to remain speaker. His slim margin of victory suggests a tough road ahead as he works to pass the Republican agenda in the 119th session.

Finally, as the nation marks the fourth anniversary of the January 6 storming of the U.S. Capitol, Washington Post reporter Marianna Sotomayor reflects on her experiences reporting from the Capitol that day.

Links to today’s topics:

Bill Foege: The Jimmy Carter I knew

Republican Mike Johnson reelected House speaker in dramatic floor vote

Reminders of Jan. 6 attack fade in the Capitol as Trump retakes power

Jan. 6 defendants wait for Trump pardons

How Congress will certify Trump's Electoral College victory on Jan. 6

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