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Post-presidency (1981–present)
Main article: Post-presidency of Jimmy Carter
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Shortly after losing his re-election bid, Carter told the White House press corps of his intent to emulate the retirement of Harry S. Truman and not use his subsequent public life to enrich himself.[286]

Diplomacy
Diplomacy has been a large part of Carter's post-presidency. These diplomatic efforts began in the Middle East, with a September 1981 meeting with prime minister of Israel Menachem Begin,[287] and a March 1983 tour of Egypt that included meeting with members of the Palestine Liberation Organization.[288]
In 1994, president Bill Clinton sought Carter's assistance in a North Korea peace mission, during which Carter negotiated an understanding with Kim Il-sung.[289][290] Carter went on to outline a treaty with Kim, which he announced to CNN without the consent of the Clinton administration to spur American action.