How did Carter’s perceived “weaknesses” turn out to be strengths in the Camp David situation? What specific actions did he take during the negotiations that helped them succeed?

History by Geoffrey

(Camp David)

Watch the section of his biography from PBS American Experience. When you finish reflect on Carter’s story. Presidents bring strengths in some areas and not in others. Presidents also have the presidency that history hands to them. How did Carter’s perceived “weaknesses” turn out to be strengths in the Camp David situation? What specific actions did he take during the negotiations that helped them succeed?

Afterword: Sadat and Begin were awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1978. On October 6, 1981, Sadat was assassinated during the annual victory parade held in Cairo. Begin resigned in 1983. Carter was defeated in the 1980 election. But the treaty negotiated at Camp David in 1978, still stands– over 40 years later.