Unpopular Decisions: How Jimmy Carter Stood Firm.

Former US President Jimmy Carter's decision to accept more refugees from Southeast Asia and sign the Refugee Act of 1980, which created a framework for helping those fleeing persecution, changed the course of millions of lives. Despite being unpopular at the time, Carter's actions allowed millions of refugees to resettle in the US and pursue better lives. While his decisions may have cost him politically, they have left a lasting legacy that continues to shape the country today.