Remembering Jimmy Carter’s warm embrace of Cuban dictatorship

From our Bureau of Extremely Useful Idiots with some assistance from our Bureau of Constant Cheek-Turning

While he was president of the U.S. President Jimmy Carter was constantly ridiculed and played for a fool by Fidel Castro, who preferred to call him “El Manisero,” or peanut vendor. He was also humiliated on the world stage when Fidel unleashed the Mariel exodus in the spring of 1980, flooding the U.S. with 125,000 Cubans.

Some of those Cubans were criminals released from prison or inmates of mental hospitals. But none of this stopped Carter from seeking “reconciliation”, extending favors, and offering constant support for Cuba’s dictatorship after he left the White House.

In 2002, at the University of Havana, he groveled in the presence of Fidel Castro, giving an embarrassing speech in which he blamed the U.S. for abusing Cuba during the first half of the twentieth century and for creating “hostile relations” with Castrogonia. Then in 2011, he returned to Cuba to grovel some more at Fidel’s feet and to lay the foundations for the “thaw” that would later take place under President Obama.

Carter was a deeply devout Christian who obviously believed in turning the other cheek and offering it repeatedly, no matter how many times he was slapped. What he never seemed to realize is that monstrously evil human beings such as the Castro brothers laughed every time they slapped him and ridiculed his Christian charity.

The article below tries to put a positive spin on Carter’s groveling, but sums up the bare facts correctly, quoting some of Carter’s most egregious statements. May he rest in peace.

Abridged from Cuba Headlines

The former President of the United States, Jimmy Carter, who passed away at the age of 100 in Plains, Georgia, on Sunday, left behind a remarkable legacy of diplomacy and efforts toward reconciliation with the Cuban government, led at that time by Fidel Castro. One of the most significant moments in this diplomatic outreach occurred on May 13, 2002, when Carter delivered a groundbreaking speech at the Aula Magna of the University of Havana, with Castro in attendance.

This event marked a turning point in the strained relations between the U.S. and Cuba, which had been defined by decades of tension and hostility. During his address, Carter acknowledged the complicated history between the two nations, noting that while the U.S. had supported Cuba’s independence in the early 20th century, the Platt Amendment highlighted an unequal relationship. He stated, “The harsh reality is that neither the United States nor Cuba has managed to define a relationship that is positive and beneficial,” emphasizing the need for a shift in how both countries perceive and communicate with each other.

Carter proposed tangible measures to improve bilateral relations. He advocated for lifting the economic embargo, arguing that it “induces anger and resentment, restricts the freedoms of U.S. citizens, and hinders the exchange of ideas and mutual respect.” Additionally, he suggested establishing a commission to address historical disputes over properties confiscated after the Cuban Revolution and encouraged cultural and educational exchanges as bridges between the two societies.

The speech concluded with a call for reconciliation and an optimistic vision of a future where Cuba and the United States could transcend their historical division. “After 43 years of feelings filled with animosity, we hope that in the near future, you can extend your hand over this great divide that separates our two countries,” Carter said, envisioning a democratic and united hemisphere.

In March 2011, Carter visited Cuba for a second time, meeting with then-leader Raúl Castro, religious leaders, and members of civil society. Although the visit was private, it was interpreted as an effort to mediate bilateral issues, including the situation of Alan Gross, a U.S. contractor detained on the island.

During Jimmy Carter’s presidency (1977-1981), U.S.-Cuba relations experienced a period of relative openness and dialogue compared to previous administrations. Carter adopted a pragmatic and conciliatory approach, seeking to alleviate the Cold War tensions he inherited. In this context, one of his most significant achievements was the reopening of the Interest Sections in Washington and Havana in 1977.