Controversy over President Jimmy Carter and the Panama Canal
Former President Jimmy Carter's funeral ceremony sparks controversy as President-elect Trump criticizes Carter for negotiating away the Panama Canal, suggesting it cost Carter the 1980 election to Ronald Reagan.
Key Points
- President-elect Trump criticizes Jimmy Carter for negotiating away the Panama Canal
- Historical references to Theodore Roosevelt's involvement in the canal project
- Mentions opposition from Senator Strom Thurmond regarding the canal negotiations
Pros
- Provides historical context on the Panama Canal negotiations
- Highlights differing opinions on the decision to give the canal to Panama
Cons
- Includes controversial statements by President-elect Trump