According to US media on Monday, former US President Jimmy Carter passed away at the age of 100 in his Georgia home while surrounded by family. Carter had been receiving hospice care since early 2023.
Carter, who was widely praised for his moral character and humanitarian endeavors, was the 39th president of the United States from 1977 to 1981. He received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 in recognition of his efforts to advance democracy and human rights across the globe.
Who was Jimmy Carter?
Born in Plains, Georgia, Carter rose to the presidency through his modest nature and dedication to public service.
A former engineer and Georgia governor, he was relatively unknown when he entered the 1976 presidential race. Amid national discontent following the Watergate scandal and the Vietnam War, his promise of honesty—“If I ever lie to you, if I ever make a misleading statement, don’t vote for me”—struck a chord with the American people.
Carter’s Transparent Campaign
Carter's campaign emphasized transparency and relied on public funding, which helped him narrowly defeat incumbent Gerald Ford. However, his presidency was marked by a mix of achievements and challenges.
Carter Center for Humanitarian Efforts
Carter's influence extended far beyond his presidential years. In 1982, he founded the Carter Center, focusing on resolving conflicts, monitoring elections, and eradicating diseases in underserved regions. His tireless humanitarian efforts earned him global respect and recognition as a leader of compassion and action.
Carter’s Challenges as President
In his 2020 memoir, White House Diary, Carter candidly examined his presidency. He admitted to difficulties with Washington’s political culture, including struggles with lobbyists, the media, and a tendency to "micromanage." These factors, he acknowledged, often hindered his administration’s effectiveness.
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