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We live in Orwellian times. The deceitful and antisemitic reporting on the Israeli military campaign in Gaza is a glaring example of the gaslighting endemic in parts of the media, academia, and political discourse across the Western world. This article builds on themes from my earlier piece, Gaslighting and Projection of Orwellian Proportion, to challenge whether this gaslighting stops at Israel and the Israeli Defense Forces—or if it is simply the most visible and egregious example of a broader manipulation. The distinction between persuasion and manipulation, in my judgment, lies in intent. Persuasion seeks to inform and inspire with philanthropic motives, aiming to foster understanding and thoughtful action. Manipulation, by contrast, operates with malign intent, seeking to deceive and control. The reporting on Israel exemplifies manipulation, where distortion and bias have sown mistrust and misunderstanding. This raises broader concerns about the narratives promoted by certain media outlets, academics, and political actors—a pattern suggesting deeper systemic agendas. To better understand this phenomenon, it’s worth looking back, as it becomes increasingly clear that this manipulation has been at play for some time. Consider Menachem Begin and Ronald Reagan, two leaders whose legacies are now widely celebrated but who faced relentless vilification during their time in office. Before his election as Israel’s Prime Minister, Begin was labelled a threat to democracy. David Ben Gurion refused even to mention him by name, referring to him dismissively as “the man in the basement.” Yet Begin achieved what many thought impossible: a peace treaty with Egypt, Israel’s greatest adversary at the time. Similarly, Reagan was dismissed as a “Hollywood actor turned politician,” caricatured by critics as reckless and simplistic. Despite this, he ended the Cold War without firing a shot, revitalised the American economy, and restored confidence in democratic values. The parallels with contemporary figures like Peter Dutton are striking. Leaders such as Australia’s Opposition Leader are frequently castigated as “far right” by media, academia, and political opponents. But this raises an essential question: is Dutton truly far right, or simply far right of those who now find themselves firmly entrenched on the far left? The same voices vilifying Israel and the IDF—sections of the ABC, certain academics, union agitators, and partisan journalists—are often those driving divisive narratives in other domains. Their coordination raises doubts about their trustworthiness and intent. If their approach to Israel is rooted in deception, can their messaging in other areas be trusted? Take nuclear energy policy, for example—a subject outside my area of professional expertise, but one that deserves scrutiny. Across the globe, nuclear energy is increasingly seen as a critical component of a sustainable energy future. France generates over 70% of its electricity from nuclear power, making it a leader in low-carbon energy. Canada, too, has embraced nuclear energy as part of its strategy to reduce emissions, with prominent progressive figures like Prime Minister Justin Trudeau advocating for its inclusion in achieving net-zero goals. Even in Australia, former Prime Minister Bob Hawke—a revered Labor leader and iconic figure of progressivism—advocated for nuclear power as a forward-thinking solution to the nation’s energy challenges. He argued that Australia’s vast uranium reserves offered an unparalleled opportunity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ensure energy security while boosting economic growth. Contrast this with the Albanese Government. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Energy Minister Chris Bowen have consistently dismissed nuclear energy as a viable option, citing high costs and long lead times. Bowen recently called nuclear power “the most expensive form of energy,” a claim that critics argue overlooks advancements in technology and the broader economic benefits of a diversified energy portfolio. This shift also extends to foreign policy. For decades, there was bipartisan support for Israel’s right to exist in peace and security, with successive Australian governments maintaining a steady alliance with Israel. Recent actions by the Albanese Government, including changes in Australia’s voting patterns at the United Nations, have been perceived by some as a departure from this bipartisan tradition. Critics argue that these moves align Australia with divisive UN resolutions that undermine Israel’s legitimacy, reflecting a broader pivot from the consensus-driven foreign policy of earlier decades. Occam’s Razor, the principle that the simplest explanation is often the correct one, offers insight here. The simplest explanation for the consistent distortion in reporting, policymaking, and public discourse is that much of the left in politics, media, and academia has been overtaken by social Marxists. Social Marxism applies Marxist principles to cultural and social structures rather than economic systems. It divides the world into oppressors and the oppressed, prioritising identity politics and victimhood narratives over truth and shared values. This framework not only explains the distorted reporting on Israel but sheds light on the broader decay in public discourse across the Western world. The connection between manipulation in media and social Marxism becomes clear when one examines how narratives are framed. The same individuals and institutions that distort facts about Israel often exhibit a broader agenda: discrediting traditional values, stifling evidence-based debate, and championing divisive ideologies. Ronald Reagan once warned, “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction.” This cautionary statement resonates deeply in today’s context, where ideological rigidity and social Marxism threaten to erode democratic resilience. Leadership in such times requires clarity, integrity, and the courage to stand against prevailing tides of manipulation and deceit. Throughout my military career, I learned the importance of valuing actions over rhetoric. Words can be empty vessels, but actions reveal true intent. This principle guided me as I observed sycophants who sought to curry favour through flattery while pursuing self-serving motives. The lesson was clear: substance always outweighs superficiality. This perspective informed my reaction to the recent U.S. Presidential election, when I observed a highly educated Australian Jew catastrophise over the election of the 47th President of the United States of America and its implications for reproductive rights. My own stance on this issue is “pro-choice,” yet I found the hyperventilation unwarranted, especially given the administration’s stated policy of keeping abortions “safe, legal, and rare.” This episode revealed a deeper trend: a political platform so weak that the only strategy left was to vilify the alternative. Convincing the public that the alternative is worse is a hallmark of far-left politics, which relies on division and fear rather than constructive solutions. As I approach the conclusion of this article, I find it necessary to share my assessment: I, like many Australians, have at times been influenced by narratives shaped by social Marxists masquerading as educated and learned progressives. However, I have since begun to see through this manipulation. I encourage readers to take a moment of introspection—to reflect on some of the beliefs you may hold as incontrovertible truths. Who are the voices shaping these narratives, and what are their intentions? Because the same people who lecture us incessantly about genocide and apartheid are often the ones championing other causes, perceptions, and ideologies that I can no longer accept at face value. Abraham Lincoln wisely noted, “You can fool all of the people some of the time, and some of the people all of the time, but you cannot fool all of the people all of the time.” To this, I would add the enduring adage: “Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me.” Together, these sentiments remind us that discernment is not just a virtue but a necessity, especially in these Orwellian times. The reporting on Israel has taught me a vital lesson: to scrutinise, question, and seek truth—even when it challenges long-held beliefs. In these consequential times, clarity and integrity are not luxuries; they are imperatives. We have agency, and we must put a stop to this madness in 2025.Julián Álvarez picking up the scoring pace with Atletico Madrid PRAGUE, Czech Republic (AP) — When the referee whistled for the free kick just outside the area, Atletico Madrid forward Julián Álvarez quickly picked up the ball and moved in position to take the shot. Canadian Press Nov 26, 2024 3:49 PM Nov 26, 2024 4:05 PM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Atletico's Julian Alvarez, left, scores his side's second goal against Sparta's goalkeeper Peter Vindahl during the UEFA Champions League opening phase soccer match between Sparta Prague and Athletico Madrid in Prague, Czech Republic, Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024. (Roman Vondrous//CTK via AP) PRAGUE, Czech Republic (AP) — When the referee whistled for the free kick just outside the area, Atletico Madrid forward Julián Álvarez quickly picked up the ball and moved in position to take the shot. “When I saw the free kick, I told Rodri (Rodrigo De Paul) that I felt confident with the shot,” Álvarez said. “And it was a great goal.” Álvarez, Atletico's main signing in the offseason , has not been lacking confidence lately. The Argentina forward curled in the free kick shot in the 15th minute for the first of his two goals in the team’s 6-0 rout of Brest in the Champions League on Tuesday — the team’s biggest ever away win in European competitions. “We'll keep rotating who takes the free kicks,” said Álvarez, who also found the net in the 59th. It was Álvarez’s seventh goal in the last 10 matches, and third in his last three games across all competitions. The 24-year-old had a slow start to his first season with Atletico, scoring twice in 10 matches. “It was a matter of time before we started connecting well with each other,” said Álvarez, who joined Atletico after two seasons at Manchester City. “We have to stay on this path to keep improving.” Ángel Correa also scored two goals for Atletico, with Marcos Llorente and Antoine Griezmann adding one each. “We know that in this format of the competition we need to keep adding the three points and scoring goals," Álvarez said. "It's important to get the points and the goals.” Atletico was sitting in 13th place in the 36-team league standings. ___ AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer The Associated Press See a typo/mistake? Have a story/tip? This has been shared 0 times 0 Shares Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Get your daily Victoria news briefing Email Sign Up More Soccer Australia's House of Representatives passes bill that would ban young children from social media Nov 26, 2024 3:59 PM Australia's House of Representatives passes bill that would ban young children from social media Nov 26, 2024 3:47 PM Messi's son debuts at Argentina youth tournament as grandparents watch Nov 26, 2024 3:32 PMMeet Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter's family, from their four children to 25 grandchildren and great-grandchildren The politician spent his final months receiving hospice care at home The 100-year-old former president leaves behind an enormous brood FEMAIL rounded up everything you need to know about his 29 descendants By LILLIAN GISSEN FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 23:54, 29 December 2024 | Updated: 23:56, 29 December 2024 e-mail 23 shares View comments Jimmy Carter, the longest-living president in US history, has tragically passed away, leaving behind an enormous family, including four children, 11 grandkids, and 14 great-grandchildren. The 100-year-old 39th President of the United States married his wife, Rosalynn Smith, who died in November 2023 at 96, nearly eight decades ago - in 1946 - and they went on to welcome three sons and one daughter together. Each of Jimmy's kids have had numerous kids of their own, who have also had numerous kids of their own - resulting in him having a total of 29 descendants. While some of some of the former President's kids and grandkids have followed in Jimmy's footsteps and launched their own successful careers in politics, others tried and failed. Jimmy Carter, the longest living president in US history, leaves behind an enormous family Jimmy (seen with his family in the late '70s) and his wife, Rosalynn, welcomed three sons and a daughter. Each of their kids have had numerous kids of their own, who also had numerous kids His first-born son, Jack - who was kicked out of the Navy after he was caught smoking weed with his friends when he was younger - ran for the Senate in Nevada in 2006, but ultimately lost. Jimmy's second-eldest son, Chip, worked for the Democratic National Committee and now serves as the president of a nonprofit organization founded by his parents, while his third-born, Jeff, started a computer mapping company. As for Jimmy's fourth child, his only daughter, Amy - who practically stole everyone's hearts when her dad was elected President when she was just nine years old - she grew up to be a fierce activist who has attended many protests against the US's foreign policy, which even resulted in her being arrested on one occasion. As the world gears up to grapple with the loss of the beloved former President, FEMAIL has rounded up everything you need to know about the 26 family members he will be remembered by. He is seen with some of his family in 1976 Some of them have also received attention for scandalous behavior - like Chip, who once admitted to 'lighting up' with singer Willie Nelson on the roof of the White House. Jeff also came into the spotlight when his son tragically died of a heart attack at age 28 back in 2015 - a loss that left the entire family devastated. The politician's organization confirmed via Twitter in February that Carter had decided, after a series of hospital stays, to receive hospice care instead of additional medical intervention. He spent his remaining months at home with his devoted wife of 77 years - until she passed on November 19 - and loving family by his side. As the world grapples with the loss of the beloved former president, FEMAIL has rounded up everything you need to know about the 29 family members he will be remembered by. From his Senator and award-winning lawyer grandson to his researcher grandson who helped uncover controversial videos of Mitt Romney during the 2012 Presidential race, here's everything you need to know about Jimmy's kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids. Jimmy and Rosalynn's first son, John 'Jack' Carter, was kicked out of the Navy for smoking weed and unsuccessfully ran for the United States' Senate in Nevada Jimmy and Rosalynn's oldest son, John 'Jack' William Carter (seen in 2006) graduated from Georgia Tech, and earned a law degree from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1975 Jimmy and Rosalynn welcomed their first child together, a baby boy whom they named John 'Jack' William Carter, on July 3, 1947. The couple moved around a lot during the early years of Jack's life - thanks to Jimmy's work in the Navy - but they eventually settled in a small town in Georgia, called Plains, where they ran a peanut farm. It's been said that Jack, now 77, helped tend to the farm as a kid, and that his dad would pay him 10 cents per hour for his hard work. Soon after they moved to Georgia, Jimmy began his political career - he was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives in 1953, became a Georgia state Senator in 1963, followed by the Georgia governor in 1971, and the President of the United States in 1977. But as his father's career flourished, Jack began to struggle. He switched from college to college, attending Georgia Institute of Technology, Emory University, and Georgia Southwestern State University, before he ultimately left school altogether to join the Navy in April 1968. But in 1970, Jimmy's first-born was kicked out with a 'less than honorable' discharge after he and some friends were caught smoking marijuana at a Naval Reactors Facility in Idaho. But the then-23-year-old quickly turned things around. He decided to return to school, and received his bachelor's degree in Nuclear Physics from Georgia Tech, followed by a law degree from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1975. After leaving the Navy, he also found love, marrying a woman named Juliette 'Judy' Langford - the daughter of Georgia state Senator James Beverly Langford. Together, they welcomed two children - a son named Jason James Carter, born in 1975, and a daughter named Sarah Rosemary Carter, born in 1978. In 2006, Jack ran for a seat in the United States Senate - however, he ultimately lost to Republican John Ensign. He is seen with his dad in 2006 After finishing his schooling, Jack starting practicing law for his wife's father, and helped his own dad during his Presidential campaign in 1976. He and Judy then decided to relocate to Chicago, where they lived together with their two kids for many years while he worked various jobs - including for the Chicago Board of Trade and for Citibank. The pair ultimately opted to go their separate ways, and the details of their divorce are not known. He then got re-married to a woman named Elizabeth Brasfield in 1992. She had two children from a previous marriage - a son named John Chuldenko and a daughter named Sarah Reynolds - who became Jack's step-kids. The family moved to Las Vegas, Nevada, in 2002, and in 2006, Jack ran for a seat in the United States Senate - however, he ultimately lost to Republican John Ensign. Since then, he's lived a relatively quiet life out of the spotlight. Jack and Judy's son is an award-winning lawyer and former Georgia Senator, while their daughter has lived a much quieter life Jack's son with his first wife, Judy Langford, named Jason Carter, was a successful lawyer. He also served on Georgia's State Senate from 2010 to 2015. He is seen in 2014 Jack and Judy's son, Jason, now 49, has also followed in his grandfather's footsteps by becoming a politician. After graduating from Duke University with a double major in philosophy and political science, he served in the Peace Corps in South Africa. He then got a law degree from University of Georgia School of Law in 2004, before he became a partner at the law firm Bondurant, Mixson & Elmore. Jason made many strides during his time as a lawyer, earning the Stuart Eizenstat Young Lawyer Award for his work defending voters' rights, and even representing the National Football League Players Association. He is also a successful author, releasing a book entitled Power Lines: Two Years on South Africa's Borders in 2002 - which was derived from diaries he wrote during his time in the Peace Corps. In 2010, he was elected into Georgia's State Senate, which he served on for five years, and in 2014, he became the Democratic nominee for governor of Georgia - however, he ultimately lost the election to Nathan Deal. Jack and Judy's daughter, Sarah, now 44, has lived a much quieter life, and has done her best to stay out of the public eye. She is seen with her grandpa as a baby As for his love life, he married a former journalist and high school teacher named Kate, and together, they have welcomed two sons, named Henry, in 2006, and Thomas, in 2008. Jack and Judy's daughter, Sarah, now 46, has lived a much quieter life, and has done her best to stay out of the public eye. She graduated from Duke University in 2000, and went on to receive her Ph.D. in neuroscience from the University of California, San Francisco in 2007, but it's unclear what she does for work. She is married to a man named Brendan Keith Murphy, and their daughter, Josephine Beverly, was born in 2009. Jack's step-daughter with wife Elizabeth is a famous painter who illustrated her grandfather Jimmy's poetry book and his step-son is a successful Hollywood writer and director Jack's step-daughter from his second marriage to Elizabeth Brasfield, named Sarah Reynolds, now 46, is a professional painter Her paintings have been featured in exhibitions across New York City, Los Angeles, Cleveland, and Melbourne, Australia, and she also previously worked for Sotheby’s Auction House Jack's step-children - Elizabeth's kids from her previous relationship - have both found success in their own careers over the years. Sarah, now 46, is a professional painter who was born in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, but currently lives in Los Angeles, California. According to her website , she graduated with an MFA in Painting from The New York Academy of Art in New York City, and a BFA in Painting from The Cleveland Institute of Art, in Ohio. Her paintings have been featured in exhibitions across New York City, Los Angeles, Cleveland, and Melbourne, Australia, and she also previously worked for Sotheby’s Auction House. In 1995, she teamed up with her grandfather to illustrate his book of poems, entitled Always a Reckoning and Other Poems. She is married to a fellow artist named Stephen Reynolds, and together, they have welcomed two daughters, whose names are not known. As for her brother, John - Jack's step-son - he works as a writer, director, and producer in Los Angeles. He too is a graduate from Cleveland Institute of Art, and majored in graphic design. Jack's step-son, named John Chuldenko, is a writer, director, and producer in Los Angeles. He is best known for directing and writing the movie Nesting John currently lives in LA and has two daughters, who haven't been shown to the public, and his relationship status is unknown He is best known for directing and writing the movie Nesting, and he also helped pen multiple episodes for the shows Playtime! and Backseat Drivers. 'John has been coming up with big ideas and bringing them to life for over thirty years,' his bio reads. 'He creates television shows and directs feature films. He writes for magazines and speaks at universities. 'He’s created content for military weapons platforms and pizza restaurants. And he also writes and directs award-winning commercials, promos, and the occasional music video.' He announced last year that he had started a project focused on updating the White House's secret record collection. He told NPR that he discovered the collection thanks to his uncle Jeff Carter, who told him a story that involved him 'sneaking off' to listen to the records with some friends after a 'fancy' dinner party at the White House. After getting approval from then-First Lady Michelle Obama, John flew to Washington, D.C. to view the records in 2010, and soon realized that there was nothing in the collection from later than the 1980s. As of May 2022 when the article was published, he was in the midst of working with the Recording Industry Association of America to update the collection. John currently lives in LA and has two daughters, who haven't been shown to the public, and his relationship status is unknown. Jimmy and Rosalynn's second son, James 'Chip' Carter III, famously smoked pot on the roof of the White House with singer Willie Nelson during his father's Presidency Jimmy and Rosalynn's second son, James 'Chip' Carter III, (seen in 2016) is the president of the nonprofit organization founded by his parents, Friendship Force Jimmy and Rosalynn welcomed their second child, a son named James 'Chip' Earl Carter III, now 73, on April 12, 1950. Like his brother, he too worked in his parents peanut factory as a kid. After graduating from high school, he was elected onto the Plains city council, before he went on to work for the Democratic National Committee. He then became the president of the nonprofit organization founded by his parents, Friendship Force, which aims to 'improve intercultural relations, cultural diplomacy, friendship, and intercultural competence via home-stays,' according to its website. Chip has been married three times. His first wife was a woman named Caron Griffin, whom he wed in 1973. She gave birth to their son, James Earl Carter IV, in February 1977. They divorced three years later, in 1980. He then got re-married to a woman named Ginger Hodges, and together, they welcomed a daughter, named Margaret Alicia Carter, in September 1987. He tied the knot with his third and final wife, Becky Payne, in 2001, whom he is still with now. They live together in Decatur, Georgia. Chip is mostly known for famously smoking pot with on the roof of the White House with singer Willie Nelson. Chip is mostly known for famously smoking pot with on the roof of the White House with singer Willie Nelson. He is seen in 1980 Willie first spoke about it in his 1988 autobiography, writing, 'Sitting on the roof of the White House in Washington, D.C. late last night with a beer in one hand and a fat Austin Torpedo in the other. 'My companion on the roof was pointing out to me the sights and layout of how the streets run in Washington. 'I let the weed cover me with a pleasing cloud... I guess the roof of the White House is the safest place to smoke dope.' While the musician didn't reveal who his 'companion' was at the time, Chip later admitted in an interview that he was indeed the one who smoked with Willie. 'We just kept going up ’til we got to the roof, where we leaned against the flagpole at the top of the place and lit one up,' he said during the 2020 documentary Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President. 'If you know Washington, the White House is the hub of the spokes - the way it was designed. 'Most of the avenues run into the White House. You could sit up and could see all the traffic coming right at you. It’s a nice place up there.' Chip's son with his first wife helped leak videos of Mitt Romney making controversial comments during his Presidential campaign against Barack Obama, while his daughter with his second wife stays out of the spotlight Chip's son with his first wife, Caron Griffin, named James Carter IV, is an opposition researcher and started the company Carter Research, LLC He helped leak videos of Mitt Romney making controversial comments during his Presidential campaign against Barack Obama. He is seen with his wife Chip's son with his first wife is an opposition researcher and started the company Carter Research, LLC. Per his bio, now-46-year-old James 'has worked on numerous US political campaigns and has participated in election observations with The Carter Center in countries like Nigeria and Indonesia, among others.' He is married to a woman named Sally (seen), but it doesn't appear that they have any children together He also previously served as an independent consultant for the government of Panama, writing grants for the Ministry of Social Development. Based in Atlanta, the Georgia State University graduate was reportedly the one to leak the now-viral video of Mitt Romney stating that 47 per cent of Americans 'believe that they are entitled to health care, to food, to housing, to you-name-it' during his Presidential campaign against Barack Obama in 2012. 'I’ve been searching for clips on Republicans for a long time, almost every day,' he told New York magazine at the time. 'I just do it for fun.' He is married to a woman named Sally, but it doesn't appear that they have any children together. As for Chip's daughter with his second wife, she does her best to stay out of the spotlight. Margaret, 36, is reportedly married to a man named Harold Edward Carter, and they have one daughter together named Alicia Carter, who was born in September 2009. Jimmy and Rosalynn's third son, Donnel 'Jeff' Carter, loved inviting his celebrity friends over to the White House and helped host the likes of Bob Dylan and Pope John Paul II Jimmy and Rosalynn's third son, Donnel 'Jeff' Carter (seen with his wife) launched a company called Computer Mapping Consultants, Inc after graduating from college The former president and his wife, Rosalynn, welcomed their third child, another boy named Donnel Jeffrey 'Jeff' Carter, on August 18, 1952. Jeff, now 71, graduated from George Washington University in 1978 with a bachelor's degree in geography, specializing in computer cartography. During his time at the school, Time magazine reported that he grew close to a teacher - a former intelligence analyst for the Defense Intelligence Agency named Robert Mercready - and after he graduated, they went on to form the company Computer Mapping Consultants, Inc together, which became a consultant for World Bank. He married a woman he met at college named Annette Davis in 1975, and together, they had three sons - Joshua Jeffrey Carter, born in 1984, Jeremy Davis Carter, born in 1987, and James Carlton Carter, born in 1991. The couple lived with Jeff's father, Jimmy, during much of his Presidency, and they were reportedly very social, racking up tons of celebrity friends, like Bob Dylan and Pope John Paul II, whom they'd host at the White House - before they eventually moved out and got their own place in Georgia. The family faced tragedy in 2015, when their son Jeremy died of a heart attack suddenly at age 28. More heartbreak came in 2021, when Annette sadly passed away at age 68. Her family confirmed the news to People but did not specify the cause of death. 'Annette was a homemaker, and she was devoted to raising her three boys,' her son Josh wrote in the obituary. 'She will be remembered by her friends and family for her easy smile, her fun-loving sense of humor, and her caring nature. 'She loved to laugh at a particularly bad white elephant gift or a ridiculous pair of earrings. 'She always saved stories or comics that she thought would make her sons smile. Annette was a prolific storyteller and often had her listeners in gales of laughter by the end of one of her tales. 'She loved her family and her friends with all her heart, and they loved her back with all of theirs.' Jeff and Annette's middle son died of a heart attack at age 28, while their oldest is a podcaster and their youngest tries to avoid all media attention Jeff and his wife, Annette's first-born son, named Joshua, now 39, is a graduate from Georgia Tech, podcaster, blogger, and woodwork enthusiast. He is seen with his grandparents Joshua is married a woman named Sarah Carter - whom he started dating at just 11 years old - and they share two sons, named Charles and Jonathan Jeff and Annette's first-born son, Joshua, now 39, is a graduate from Georgia Tech, podcaster, blogger, woodwork enthusiast, and devoted husband and father. And it turns out, his love of furniture-making is something he shares with his grandfather, Jimmy. The former President has been very open about his hobby, and would even auction off pieces that he made for charity during his time in the Oval Office. 'Every year when I was at his house for Christmas, I would always go into his shop from when I was eight until well through college,' Joshua once recalled. 'I would work on the projects that he was working on. I think I worked on every single piece that he made for the auction.' Joshua is married a woman named Sarah Carter - whom he started dating at just 11 years old - and they share two sons, named Charles and Jonathan. Jeff and Annette's second son, Jeremy, led a relatively private life up until his tragic death in 2015. Jeff and Annette's second son, Jeremy, tragically died of a heart attack suddenly in 2015, at age 28. He is seen (left) with Joshua and his wife Jimmy later called Jeremy 'a very special child' and 'a wonderful young man whom they all loved very much' during a service 'I am so raw. I feel everything and nothing at once, at the same time,' Joshua wrote on his blog the day after Jeremy's passing. 'My dad called me sometime around 10:10 last night and told me that something was wrong, that they were at the hospital with Jeremy and it was not good. 'I got in the car and got there as quick as I could. Jeremy was not responsive. His temperature was low. His organs were not working. He was bleeding. He was yellow.' Joshua said the heart attack happened while he was home with their mother in the kitchen, and that his 'dear mom' had to 'give him CPR until the paramedics came.' He died later that night after suffering from a second heart attack at the hospital. 'It’s still surreal. I am waiting to wake up or for somebody to tell me that it was a nightmare or a horrible case of mistaken identity or really for somebody that knows all the facts to just tell me that the facts are not true,' Joshua added. 'Just this one time can the facts not be true. I want the universe to lie to me. Just this once. It’s hard to comprehend how much the world has changed.' Jimmy later called Jeremy 'a very special child' and 'a wonderful young man whom they all loved very much' during a service. Jeff and Annette's third son, Jamie, 31, married his wife, Anna Carter, in October 2021. The two have stayed mostly out of the public eye, and they share one daughter, named Rayna Rose Carter, who was born in March 2019. Jimmy and Rosalynn's only daughter, Amy Lynn Carter, spent her childhood years living in the White House and became an avid activist as an adult Jimmy and Rosalynn's daughter, Amy Lynn Carter, was just nine when her father became President. They are seen in 1976 She was the subject of much media attention during these years, with the public falling in love with her adorable smile and sweet personality She attended Brown University but was academically dismissed in 1987 when she reportedly failed to keep up with her schoolwork. She is seen in 1976 However, she then switched to Memphis College of Art where she got her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, before going on to receive her masters in art history from Tulane University Jimmy and Rosalynn welcomed their fourth and final child - a daughter named Amy Lynn Carter - on October 19, 1967. She was raised in Plains, Georgia, until her dad became Governor, when the family moved into the Georgia Governor's Mansion in Atlanta. She was just nine years old when Jimmy was elected President of the United States, and she spent four years living in the White House - where it's been said that she would roller skate through the hallways and have slumber parties with friends in a treehouse built for her on the lawn. She was the subject of much media attention during these years, with the public falling in love with her adorable smile and sweet personality. After his Presidency ended, she moved with her parents back to Atlanta, where she finished high school. She then attended Brown University but was academically dismissed in 1987 when she reportedly failed to keep up with her schoolwork. However, she then switched to Memphis College of Art where she got her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, before going on to receive her masters in art history from Tulane University in New Orleans in 1996. Amy, now 57, became known for her activism in her adult years, participating in numerous protests against the US' foreign policy. She is seen in 1995 with her grandfather She has welcomed two sons, named Hugo (seen with Jimmy) and Errol but the family mostly stays out of the spotlight, so very little is known about both of her kids Amy, now 57, became known for her activism in her adult years, participating in numerous protests against the US' foreign policy regarding the South African apartheid and Central America - and she was once even arrested alongside 13 other protestors in 1986 outside of the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She served as the illustrator for her dad's children's book, The Little Baby Snoogle-Fleejer, in 1995. She married a computer consultant named James Gregory Wentzel in 1996, and she gave birth to their son, Hugo James Wentzel, in 1999. They ultimately divorced and she got re-married to John 'Jay' Kelly in 2007. She welcomed her second child, another baby boy, named Errol Carter Kelly, in 2010. She now serves on the board of counselors for her father's organization, The Carter Center. The family mostly stays out of the spotlight, and very little is known about both of her kids. Georgia Share or comment on this article: Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter's four children, TWENTY TWO grandchildren and great grandchildren e-mail 23 shares Add comment Comments 0 Share what you think No comments have so far been submitted. Why not be the first to send us your thoughts, or debate this issue live on our message boards. 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— BIRTH NAME: James Earl Carter, Jr. — BORN: Oct. 1, 1924, at the Wise Clinic in Plains, Georgia, the first U.S. president born in a hospital. He would become the first president to live for an entire century . — EDUCATION: Plains High School, Plains, Georgia, 1939-1941; Georgia Southwestern College, Americus, Georgia, 1941-1942; Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, 1942-1943; U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland, 1943-1946 (class of 1947); Union College, Schenectady, New York, 1952-1953. — PRESIDENCY: Sworn-in as 39th president of the United States at the age of 52 years, 3 months and 20 days on Jan. 20, 1977, after defeating President Gerald R. Ford in the 1976 general election. Left office on Jan. 20, 1981, following 1980 general election loss to Ronald Reagan. — POST-PRESIDENCY: Launched The Carter Center in 1982. Began volunteering at Habitat for Humanity in 1984. Awarded Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. Taught for 37 years at Emory University, where he was granted tenure in 2019, at age 94. — OTHER ELECTED OFFICES: Georgia state senator, 1963-1967; Georgia governor, 1971-1975. — OTHER OCCUPATIONS: Served in U.S. Navy, achieved rank of lieutenant, 1946-53; Farmer, warehouseman, Plains, Georgia, 1953-77. — FAMILY: Wife, Rosalynn Smith Carter , married July 7, 1946 until her death Nov. 19, 2023. They had three sons, John William (Jack), James Earl III (Chip), Donnel Jeffrey (Jeff); a daughter, Amy Lynn; and 11 living grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Source: Jimmy Carter Library & MuseumFrom a 10-year-old to a Muppet to a president-elect, NYSE bell-ringers range from famous to obscure
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PHILIPPE CLEMENT insists Rangers should have won the Battle of Britain against Tottenham. Dejan Kulusevski cancelled out Hamza Igamane’s opener as Gers went toe to toe with Ange Postecoglou’s Premier League side. Advertisement 3 Rangers’ Cyriel Dessers reacts after a missed opportunity during the Europa League clash Credit: PA 3 Rangers manager Philippe Clement (L) and Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou before the match Credit: EPA But Cyriel Dessers could have won it late on - only to be denied by ex-Celtic keeper Fraser Forster . Clement said: “We should have won the game - we deserved three points. “But it’s a very good advert for Scottish football and for Rangers that we can compete against a top English team who were almost at full strength. “Everybody showed a lot of quality. The players took the challenge with both hands and grabbed it. Advertisement Read More Football Stories ALL CHANGE Another Rangers executive quits club just a week after key role at club's AGM MEGA OFFER Get £50 in free bets to spend on football when you stake £10 with Betfred “We are disappointed to draw but this is what Rangers is about - we want this mentality in our squad. “We weren’t satisfied with a point and we need to keep the hunger and desire to get better. “This is a big step forward and we need to keep pushing to become better as players. “We had good chances in the first half too but we were not happy with a 0-0. Advertisement Most read in Football GER KIDDING Tottenham fans blast ex-Spurs star as he's spotted wildly celebrating Gers goal Highlights Rangers 1 Spurs 1 Gers left ruing Forster save after Kulusevski earns point for Postecolgou MAJOR CONCERN Key Rangers star is huge Celtic injury doubt after limping out of Spurs clash TURN OFF Rangers v Spurs hit by broadcasting issue as fuming fans left UNABLE to watch “We didn’t want to park the bus and hope something falls from the sky . “It was a great goal from Hamza and he is making major steps forward. Philippe Clement rubs Rangers fans up the wrong way says Bill Leckie “He has come a long way in a few months and he has so much desire to improve. “If you show that, you can come a long way in a short space of time.” Advertisement Gers suffered a blow when John Souttar limped off - with the defender now a major doubt for Sunday’s Premier Sports Cup final against Celtic. Clement said: “I don’t know about John yet but it’s never good when you have to come off. We will see over the next few days. “This is a good platform for Sunday and you can see the synergy is back with the fans. “It’s a massive final against Celtic and we are all looking forward to that.” Advertisement Rangers’ opener arrived two minutes into the second half when Igamane volleyed in James Tavernier’s cross. 3 Spurs were rocking but Postecoglou’s changes made an impact - with Dominic Solanke teeing up Kulusevski for the equaliser. But Gers could have won it at the death , only for Forster to deny sub Dessers with a stunning save. Advertisement Postecoglou said: "It was a tough game as I expected and you have to deal with the crowd and atmosphere. "We had a mountain to climb at 1-0 down as the fans get behind them, but we worked our way back into the game and scored. "Then we had to rely on Fraser making a big save and that was a big point for the European campaign. Read more on the Scottish Sun WARMING UP Scots set for 21C swing as temperature rise to bring an end to sub zero freeze HOT BUY Shoppers race to Primark for fleecy £14 hoodie will keep you cosy on frosty days "We are in a bit of a struggle just now and we are down on numbers, which takes its toll. Advertisement "But we hung in there and I think we will look back on this as an important point." Keep up to date with ALL t h e latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football pageHousehold wealth climbs to record on higher stock values
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