Tue Dec 31 04:06:47 UTC 2024: ## Former President Jimmy Carter Dies at 100
**Atlanta, GA –** Former President Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, passed away peacefully at his home in Plains, Georgia on December 29th at the age of 100. He was the oldest living former president in American history.
Carter’s life was marked by both a transformative presidency and an equally impactful post-presidency dedicated to humanitarian efforts. Elected in 1976, he aimed to restore public trust after Watergate and the Vietnam War, implementing significant political reforms. His presidency saw the landmark Camp David Accords, brokering peace between Israel and Egypt. However, economic challenges and the Iran hostage crisis ultimately led to his defeat in 1980.
Following his presidency, Carter devoted himself to a remarkable array of philanthropic endeavors through the Carter Center. His work included building homes for the impoverished, combating diseases like guinea worm, promoting human rights in oppressed nations, monitoring elections internationally, and actively mediating in violent conflicts around the globe. This dedication earned him the Nobel Peace Prize, a testament to his enduring commitment to global peace and justice.
In numerous interviews with NPR’s Terry Gross spanning several years, Carter reflected on his life, from his upbringing on a Georgia farm to his surprising ascent to the presidency and his experiences battling corruption in his early political career. He detailed his encounters with blatant voter fraud in his first campaign for the Georgia State Senate and his later roles as a highly effective international mediator, facing down even notorious figures like Radovan Karadzic. He also discussed his deep faith and his commitment to maintaining the separation of church and state during his time in office. His candid reflections on his presidency, his post-presidential work, and his personal life offer a rich portrait of a man whose legacy extends far beyond his years in the White House. His impact on the world stage will be felt for generations to come.
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