Mon Dec 30 00:50:00 UTC 2024: **Former President Jimmy Carter Dies at 100**

PLAINS, Georgia — Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, the longest-lived U.S. president and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, passed away peacefully at his home in Plains, Georgia, on Sunday at the age of 100. The Carter Center confirmed his death, surrounded by his family, following a period of hospice care since mid-February.

Carter, a Democrat who served one term from 1977 to 1981, rose from humble beginnings as a peanut farmer in Georgia to the highest office in the land. While his presidency faced challenges including the Iran hostage crisis and economic difficulties, he is remembered for his commitment to human rights and social justice. His landmark achievement, the Camp David Accords, brokered a historic peace agreement between Israel and Egypt.

Following his presidency, Carter dedicated himself to humanitarian work, founding The Carter Center in 1982. His tireless efforts in promoting peace and democracy around the world earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. He observed elections internationally, served as a mediator in various conflicts, and remained active in his faith, teaching Sunday school well into his nineties.

Tributes poured in from across the globe, including from current and former presidents. President Biden lauded Carter as “an extraordinary leader, statesman, and humanitarian,” while other leaders praised his commitment to peace and service. Even former President Trump, despite their political differences, acknowledged Carter’s contributions.

Carter is survived by his four children. His wife, Rosalynn Carter, passed away in November 2023 at the age of 96. His legacy extends beyond his time in office, solidifying his place as a significant figure in American and global history.

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