The presidentβs promotion of a speculative digital coin left some crypto investors feeling blindsided, while others saw it as a gimmick that undermined the industryβs credibility.
The WNYC science program βRadiolabβ partnered with the International Astronomical Union to solicit nearly 3,000 submissions. The Roman goddess of doorways and transitions won out.
For decades, Republicans have reveled in invoking Jimmy Carterβs name to deride Democrats as weak β mockery that has influenced the way Democrats present themselves to voters.
Two close advisers to the president were also honored, in addition to career lawmakers who have worked across the aisle and advocates for liberal causes.
Jimmy Carterβs relationship with his successors in the Oval Office, both Republicans and fellow Democrats, was generally tense because of his outspokenness. That never mattered to him.