James Earl Carter Jr, 1924-2024
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Yes, he is the president that was allowed for by the internet. By the massive educational power of the internet. All of the asses exposed of all of the monoparty elites, and the world figured it out, and they elected Trump. I'm sure it's because of all the misinformation and disinformation, rather than reality getting exposed.
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Here’s a ChatGPT summary
Martin Gurri’s book, “The Revolt of the Public and the Crisis of Authority in the New Millennium”, explores the profound impact of the digital information explosion on society, politics, and authority structures. Gurri, a former CIA analyst, argues that the advent of the internet and social media has upended traditional hierarchies of power by democratizing information and giving the public unprecedented tools to challenge institutions.
Key Themes and Arguments:
1. The Information Tsunami:
Gurri describes how the internet has unleashed a “tsunami” of information, overwhelming traditional gatekeepers like governments, media, and corporations. This abundance of information erodes trust in these institutions by exposing their flaws and contradictions.
2. The Revolt of the Public:
Empowered by digital tools, ordinary people can now organize, communicate, and express dissent on a massive scale. Movements like the Arab Spring, Occupy Wall Street, and Brexit are examples of how the public uses this power to challenge authority.
3. Crisis of Authority:
Institutions built for the industrial age struggle to adapt to this new reality. They are designed to control the flow of information, but in the digital era, their authority is undermined by transparency and the public’s growing skepticism.
4. Anti-Establishment Sentiments:
Gurri notes that the public’s revolt is often defined by what it opposes rather than what it supports. These movements are characterized by their rejection of elites, institutions, and traditional hierarchies, but they rarely offer constructive alternatives.
5. Polarization and Fragmentation:
The digital age has not only democratized information but also fragmented it, creating echo chambers and amplifying ideological divisions. This contributes to a more chaotic and unpredictable public sphere.
6. Future of Governance:
Gurri warns that the current trajectory could lead to further instability unless institutions evolve to embrace transparency and engage meaningfully with the public. He calls for humility and adaptability from elites in addressing the public’s concerns.Conclusion:
“The Revolt of the Public” provides a compelling analysis of how the digital revolution has shifted the balance of power between the public and traditional authority. Gurri’s work is a cautionary tale about the challenges and opportunities of the information age, highlighting the need for new forms of governance and leadership to navigate this transformative era.
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DON’T let them eat cake.
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"Now look here, you Baltic gas passer... " - Mik, 6/14/08
The saying, "Lite is just one damn thing after another," is a gross understatement. The damn things overlap.
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I mentioned that part was historic, as was his attempt to steal the 2020 election, but those are negative. They’re not sending him to Rushmore, let alone a pantheon with Jesus Christ and Buddha.
Also I specifically said ‘in terms of policy accomplishments’ to prevent any misunderstanding.
The historic things about him are how he got there and how he left.
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@jon-nyc said in James Earl Carter Jr, 1924-2024:
Here’s a ChatGPT summary
Martin Gurri’s book, “The Revolt of the Public and the Crisis of Authority in the New Millennium”, explores the profound impact of the digital information explosion on society, politics, and authority structures. Gurri, a former CIA analyst, argues that the advent of the internet and social media has upended traditional hierarchies of power by democratizing information and giving the public unprecedented tools to challenge institutions.
Key Themes and Arguments:
- The Information Tsunami:
Gurri describes how the internet has unleashed a “tsunami” of information, overwhelming traditional gatekeepers like governments, media, and corporations. This abundance of information erodes trust in these institutions by exposing their flaws and contradictions. - The Revolt of the Public:
Empowered by digital tools, ordinary people can now organize, communicate, and express dissent on a massive scale. Movements like the Arab Spring, Occupy Wall Street, and Brexit are examples of how the public uses this power to challenge authority. - Crisis of Authority:
Institutions built for the industrial age struggle to adapt to this new reality. They are designed to control the flow of information, but in the digital era, their authority is undermined by transparency and the public’s growing skepticism. - Anti-Establishment Sentiments:
Gurri notes that the public’s revolt is often defined by what it opposes rather than what it supports. These movements are characterized by their rejection of elites, institutions, and traditional hierarchies, but they rarely offer constructive alternatives. - Polarization and Fragmentation:
The digital age has not only democratized information but also fragmented it, creating echo chambers and amplifying ideological divisions. This contributes to a more chaotic and unpredictable public sphere. - Future of Governance:
Gurri warns that the current trajectory could lead to further instability unless institutions evolve to embrace transparency and engage meaningfully with the public. He calls for humility and adaptability from elites in addressing the public’s concerns.
Conclusion:
“The Revolt of the Public” provides a compelling analysis of how the digital revolution has shifted the balance of power between the public and traditional authority. Gurri’s work is a cautionary tale about the challenges and opportunities of the information age, highlighting the need for new forms of governance and leadership to navigate this transformative era.
I haven't read him, but it sounds like he's on the right track.
- The Information Tsunami:
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Biggest success 50 years later I’d say are the camp David accords. And the principals involved heavily credited him personally for their success.
Next was appointing Paul Volcker which ultimately ended inflation.
Third was the rather significant deregulation effort which included deregulation of airline prices. Remember how expensive it used to be to fly?
I think he and Ford deserve credit, now 50 years later, for the least popular things they did - pardon Nixon and the draft dodgers. Together those two acts helped turn the corner on one of the most contentious eras of American politics in the 20th century.
Those would be top of my list off my head.
Biggest failure would be the coup in Iran. I don’t know enough to speculate as to what he could have done differently to prevent it or reverse it, but it happened on his watch and was clearly the most enduring problem that arose during his term.
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Yes, he wasn't Mr. Nixon, that alone was a great success.
The events in Iran overshadowed everything in his final year. He wouldn't campaign until the hostages were released - they weren't released until after the election.
Our company had guys locked in an Iranian prison during that time. We sent some of our guys to bust them out, successfully. Some of you might remember the story of Desert One, Mr. Carter's failed rescue. It's hard to blame him, but he was the boss.
One of those embassy hostages lived here in the neighborhood, we played golf regularly until his death last year.
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From what I remember, it was mostly lonely. He was a young ensign, a signals guy. They kept him locked up - alone most of the time.
I played golf with him for a year or 2 before I heard that he was a hostage. I knew him as a contractor to the Navy (retired). As soon as I heard I started asking him about it. He talked about it like it was no big deal.
The best story.
Remember the Tony Orlando hit song - "Tie a Yellow Ribbon on the Old Oak Tree"?
Every town square in American had an old oak tree covered with yellow ribbons.
I asked him what it felt like to come home and realize that many people really cared about him.
That's when he told me about Tony Orlando.When Sam finally got back to his house the phone rang. It was Tony Orlando asking if he could sing a personal version of the song to Sam over the phone. Sam said "sure". Tony sang it.
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Sam, of course met Mr. Carter in Germany. Mr. Carter flew there right after the inauguration to greet the hostages.
The pilot of that (former) Air Force One flight worked at the flight school where I worked in Leesburg. He was one of many Air Force One pilots, there is a team. Of course it wasn't designated as Air Force One for that flight, but Mr. Reagan let Mr. Carter borrow it.
After the meeting he flew Mr. Carter back to Plains. It was the final AF1 flight for the pilot too. He was one of the sharpest pilots I ever met while working there.
