to that of other presidents, primarily because of the activism and injection of working international affairs and to some degree, domestic affairs on energy conservation and environment and things of that kind. we re right in the midst of constant daily debate. and the carter center has decided, under my leadership, to fill vacuums in the world. when the united states won t deal with troubled areas, we go there and meet with leaders who can bring an end to conflict or human rights abuse and so forth. i feel we have an advantage over many other former presidents involved in daily affairs that shape the policies of the nation and the world. wow! okay. wow! welcome to morning joe. 6:00 on the east coast. a long morning for mika. he s your guy. you don t have to say anything. but the tapes speak. well mike barnicle, i guess that just confirmed what all the former presidents thought about jimmy carter? yeah. including the late great speaker of the house