I disagree with Nixon's wage and price controls as well. But let's be reasonable about this. When Carter took over this nation was nowhere near as big a disaster as when he left. Carter was devoid of the skills to be President. He screwed up alliances, the economy, the military and even the self-confidence of our nation. Nixon had his problems, but I wouldn't mention his name in conjunction with Carter's inept administration. Carter did it all by himself.
Some say that Carter was screwed by oil price increases. I'm not convinced that was the problem. If people will note, oil prices shot up in the last few years also. Did interest rates hit 21%? No. And there goes Jimmy's claim. He was, is and always will be a bumbling fool.
Carter may be a bumbling fool, but he introduced the country to "Billy Beer". Come on, give the guy a break. Beer and peanuts are a good combination. ;-)