E-mail a friendFebruary 16, 2009
Former President Jimmy Carter weighs in on the new president's performance so far, offers his take on Israel's elections and suggests a two-state solution for the Israel-Palestine conflict.
President Jimmy Carter
President Jimmy Carter
Former president outlines the obstacles for peace in the Middle East. (3:25)
Full interview. (23:11)
Jimmy Carter served as the 39th U.S. President. In his one term, his administration oversaw the creation of the Energy and Education Departments, the Israel-Egypt Camp David Accords, the Soviet Union Salt II treaty and U.S. diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China. Since leaving office, he founded The Carter Center and has been active in Habitat for Humanity and international public policy. He's a Nobel laureate and best-selling author who's written more books than any U.S. president.
