Jimmy Carter (1): Jimmy Who? (S15E01)

This compelling two-part documentary delves into Jimmy Carter's life, highlighting how his "moral ideology," as described by former speechwriter Hendrik Hertzberg, has influenced his journey. Produced by Adriana Bosch, known for her work on "American Experience" biographies of Reagan and Grant, the film includes insights from Carter’s wife, Rosalynn, and their son, Chip, along with historians, former Vice President Walter Mondale, and key aides from Carter's administration. The first part concludes after the 1976 election, which led to Carter's presidency, capturing Hertzberg's view that he embodied what the American people desired.