Jimmy Carter, my father and me

Plus, Rep. Lee on attending Sunday School classes taught by Jimmy Carter

VIEW IN BROWSER MSNBC DAILY Understand today's news Monday, Dec. 30, 2024 THE LATEST Jimmy Carter, my father and me By Mika Brzezinski President Jimmy Carter was a man of principle. His moral compass helped guide him — and us — through some of our country's greatest challenges. Those high ethical standards, and his deep commitment to humanity and belief in the inherent good of people, carried over into every aspect of his life, too. The former president died at 100 on Sunday, at his home in Plains, Georgia.   I first met President Carter as a child. My dad, Zbigniew Brzezinski, served as his national security advisor from 1977 to 1981 — from age 10 through my early teen years. They were also friends. My dad was his trusted confidant and jogging partner. I feel so lucky that I got to know the Carter family.   President Jimmy Carter was a good man, one who was underestimated, faithful, humble and a public servant to his core. Being part of the Carters' lives also gave me a front-row seat to history.   This is a preview of Mika Brzezinski's latest article. Read the full column here. TOP STORIES JARVIS DEBERRY President Carter was faithful to the end Those who mocked the 39th president, who died at 100 on Sunday, for his "adultery in my heart" comment missed the whole point. Read more. HAYES BROWN Why it's so hard to have schadenfreude for Trump voters There's little comfort to be had in knowing the hammer of the president-elect's worst policies will also fall on some of his supporters. Read more. ANTHONY L. FISHER Clint Eastwood's latest film may be the last of its kind The legendary actor and director's new film, "Juror #2," is a solid flick — and the kind Hollywood isn't interested in making anymore. Read more. HANNAH HOLLAND The many difficult questions surrounding the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni controversy The questions at the center of this maelstrom are both difficult to answer and depressing to consider. Read more.         TOP VIDEOS POLITICSNATION Rep. Barbara Lee used to attend Sunday school classes taught by Jimmy Carter WATCH NOW WEEKENDS WITH ALEX WITT 'Stop bashing people' over age: Rep. Dingell sounds off on pushback against Dem leadership changes WATCH NOW ALI VELSHI 'Flawed, ill-fated, unreliable': Bryan Stevenson on the 'barbaric' capital punishment system WATCH NOW WEEKENDS WITH ALEX WITT Black boxes recovered from South Korea plane wreckage WATCH NOW MORE FROM MSNBC As President-elect Donald Trump's White House agenda takes shape, follow along with a new MSNBC newsletter, "Trump's First 100 Days." You'll receive weekly updates and expert insight on the key issues and figures defining this second term, all sent straight to your inbox. Sign up now.  In the latest episode of "Why Is This Happening?," Chris Hayes is joined by research director Elizabeth Rhodes and associate professor David Broockman. They discuss the behavioral and political findings observed in a study that gave one thousand dollars a month to low-income Americans. Listen now.   MSNBC INSIGHTS Have you ever wanted to provide MSNBC with your opinion about their TV programs, documentaries, and digital products, such as MSNBC.com, newsletters, and podcasts? Now is your chance! Join the MSNBC Insights Community.   Download the MSNBC App: 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 PRIVACY | CONTACT | UNSUBSCRIBE