Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, has passed away at the age of 100, as confirmed by the Carter Center. The former president died on Sunday afternoon in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, after receiving hospice care for over a year.
Carter, who had celebrated his 100th birthday in October, made history as the longest-living U.S. President. His presidency, which lasted from 1977 to 1981, was marked by significant challenges, including economic difficulties and diplomatic efforts that shaped his legacy. Carter is also well-known for his post-presidency humanitarian work through the Carter Center, which he founded to promote global democracy and human rights.
Throughout his life, Carter’s dedication to public service and his commitment to peace left an enduring impact on the world. His passing marks the end of an era, and tributes are pouring in from around the globe in honor of him
Born on October 1, 1924, in Plains, Georgia, James Earl Carter Jr. began his career as a peanut farmer before rising to political prominence. He served as the Governor of Georgia from 1971 to 1975, where he focused on racial equality and government reform. In 1976, Carter was elected as the 39th president of the United States, defeating incumbent Gerald Ford.
Carter’s presidency was marked by his efforts in securing peace, most notably with the Camp David Accords, which brokered peace between Israel and Egypt. However, his term was also plagued by domestic issues, including high inflation and the Iran hostage crisis, which led to his loss in the 1980 election to Ronald Reagan.
After leaving office, Carter became a global ambassador for peace, earning the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 for his work in promoting human rights, conflict resolution, and democracy. His post-presidential efforts, including building homes for Habitat for Humanity and monitoring elections worldwide, earned him widespread admiration.
Carter’s legacy as a compassionate leader, both in office and beyond, remained a powerful example of public service and humanitarian work.
