Jimmy Carter

The 39th US president, Jimmy Carter, passes away at the age of 100.

Jimmy Carter, born on October 1, 1924, served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981. A member of the Democratic Party, Carter’s presidency was marked by significant achievements and challenges in both domestic and foreign policy. Before becoming president, he served as a Georgia state senator and as the governor of Georgia.

Key Highlights of His Life and Career:

• Early Life: Born in Plains, Georgia, Carter grew up on his family’s peanut farm. He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1946 and served as a naval officer before returning to Georgia to manage the family farm after his father’s death.
• Presidency (1977-1981):
  • Domestic Policy: His administration prioritized energy policy, creating the Department of Energy and advocating for renewable energy sources. He faced economic challenges, including inflation and unemployment.
  • Foreign Policy: Carter emphasized human rights and brokered the historic Camp David Accords between Egypt and Israel in 1978. He also normalized diplomatic relations with China.
  • Challenges: His presidency was marred by the Iran hostage crisis (1979-1981) and an energy crisis, which contributed to his loss to Ronald Reagan in the 1980 election.
• Post-Presidency: Carter is widely recognized for his humanitarian efforts after leaving office. He founded the Carter Center in 1982, focusing on global health, democracy, and conflict resolution. His work earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.
• Personal Life: Married to Rosalynn Carter since 1946, he is a devout Christian and a Sunday School teacher. Despite his advanced age, he has remained active in humanitarian work.

Carter’s legacy is often seen as stronger in his post-presidency years, where he set a high standard for former presidents’ civic engagement.