December 29th 2024.
It was a somber day in February of 2019 when former US President Jimmy Carter made an appearance at the Atlanta Hawks and New York Knicks game in Atlanta, Georgia. Little did anyone know, it would be one of his last public outings. It was with heavy hearts that the nation learned of his passing at the age of 100, making him the oldest living former US leader.
Mr. Carter, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, was known for his humanitarian efforts and dedication to promoting peace and human rights. He became the 39th president of the United States in 1977, after winning the election in the aftermath of the Watergate scandal and Vietnam War. His presidency was marked by his strong values and unwavering commitment to serving the American people.
The former peanut farmer from Plains, Georgia, where he and his wife Rosalynn spent most of their lives, passed away at his home. The Carter Center, an organization founded by the couple, announced the news with a heavy heart. They wrote, "Our founder, former US President Jimmy Carter, passed away this afternoon in Plains, Georgia."
Mr. Carter's legacy as a champion for human rights was recognized by the Nobel Peace Prize committee in 2002. They commended him for his tireless efforts to find peaceful solutions to conflicts, promote democracy and human rights, and advance economic and social development. His passing was also mourned by Human Rights Watch, who praised him for setting a powerful example for world leaders to prioritize human rights.
Born James Earl Carter Jr, Mr. Carter rose to prominence in the US Navy before beginning his political career in the Georgia state senate. He went on to defeat Republican president Gerald Ford in the 1977 election and served as president until 1981. Throughout his life, he continued to make a difference in the world, even after leaving office.
In recent years, Mr. Carter expressed a willingness to travel to North Korea for peace talks on behalf of current US President Donald Trump. He had previously travelled to the secretive country in 2008 to secure the release of a captured US citizen. However, he did not shy away from speaking his mind, stating in 2019 that re-electing Mr. Trump would be a "disaster."
Despite his age, Mr. Carter remained active and vocal in his later years. At the age of 94, he joked about the need for an age limit on the presidency. He also bravely shared his battle with cancer in 2015 and continued to face health challenges, including falls and a brain bleed, with courage and determination.
His beloved wife, Rosalynn, was his partner in both life and activism. She was a strong advocate for human rights and mental health, and her passing in November of last year was a great loss to the nation. The couple had been married for 77 years and had four children together - Amy, James, Donnel, and Jack.
As the news of Jimmy Carter's passing spread, the nation mourned the loss of a great leader and humanitarian. The Agency, a trusted source for news updates, encourages readers to follow them on Twitter and Facebook for the latest updates. It is now also possible to receive The Agency articles directly to your device by signing up for daily push alerts. Let us remember the legacy of President Jimmy Carter and continue to honor his values and dedication to making the world a better place.
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