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Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, passed away at the age of 100 in his hometown of Plains, Georgia. The Carter Center, founded by Carter and his wife Rosalynn, confirmed his death in a post on X (formerly Twitter), following reports from multiple media outlets.
Carter had been in hospice care since February 2023 due to declining health and frequent hospitalizations.
Born on October 1, 1924, in Plains, Georgia, Jimmy Carter was the eldest of four children. He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy with a Bachelor of Science degree and served in the navy before retiring to take over his family’s business.
In 1970, Carter was elected Governor of Georgia. Four years later, he launched a surprising campaign for the presidency, narrowly defeating incumbent President Gerald Ford in the aftermath of the Watergate scandal.
As president, Carter was known for his emphasis on diplomacy and peace-building. His notable foreign policy achievements included:
- The Camp David Accords: A historic peace agreement between Egypt and Israel.
- Panama Canal Treaties: Ratification to ensure Panama’s control over the canal.
- Normalization of U.S.-China Relations: Establishing formal diplomatic ties.
Domestically, Carter championed environmental initiatives, renewable energy policies, and deregulation in transportation and telecommunications.
However, his presidency faced challenges, including economic struggles and the Iran hostage crisis, leading to his defeat by Ronald Reagan in the 1980 election.
Carter’s post-presidency was marked by extraordinary humanitarian and peace-building efforts. He founded the Carter Center to promote human rights and democracy and partnered with Habitat for Humanity to build homes for disadvantaged families worldwide.
In recognition of his lifelong commitment to peace, Carter received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. He is widely regarded as one of the most impactful former presidents in U.S. history.
The Carter Center has announced plans to honor his life and legacy in the coming days. President Jimmy Carter leaves behind a remarkable legacy as a leader, humanitarian, and advocate for peace and equality.
