Jimmy Carter says he lost interest in Bob Dylan’s music following the singers conversion to Christianity in the late 70’s. Kevin Mattson’s new book titled What the Heck Are You Up To, Mr. President? says the former president considered Dylan his favorite musician – but he enjoyed the pre-Jesus songs from the rock icon. The Ohio University historian uses most of the book to defend what’s known as Carter’s malaise speech.
Friday, July 17, 2009
Jimmy Carter & Dylan
Jimmy Carter says he lost interest in Bob Dylan’s music following the singers conversion to Christianity in the late 70’s. Kevin Mattson’s new book titled What the Heck Are You Up To, Mr. President? says the former president considered Dylan his favorite musician – but he enjoyed the pre-Jesus songs from the rock icon. The Ohio University historian uses most of the book to defend what’s known as Carter’s malaise speech.
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