Michael Franczak, a research fellow at the International Peace Institute and Columbia University lecturer, delves into the political legacy of Jimmy Carter. He discusses Carter's rise from a peanut farmer to the presidency, highlighting his groundbreaking human rights policies. The influence of the Trilateral Commission on Carter's foreign policy is examined, shedding light on the interplay between economics and politics. Franczak also reflects on how Carter shaped youth culture and the evolution of the Democratic Party during the 1970s.