Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, passed away on December 29, 2024, at his home in Plains, Georgia, at the remarkable age of 100. Apexnewsgh reports
His death was confirmed by the Carter Center, which he founded with his wife Rosalynn.
Born on October 1, 1924, Carter grew up in Plains, Georgia, and went on to graduate from the US Naval Academy. He served in the navy before retiring to take over his family’s business. Carter’s entry into politics began with his election as Governor of Georgia in 1970, and he later launched a successful bid for the presidency in 1976, narrowly defeating incumbent President Gerald Ford.
During his presidency, Carter pursued a policy of warm relations with the US’s foes and competitors, including the Soviet Union. He achieved significant foreign policy successes, including the Camp David Accords, which established a peace agreement between Egypt and Israel, and the normalization of diplomatic relations between the US and China.
Carter was also a champion of environmental and renewable energy policies, and he deregulated the transportation and telecommunication sectors of the economy.
Although he lost his re-election bid to Ronald Reagan in 1980, Carter’s post-presidency was marked by his establishment of the Carter Center and his work with Habitat for Humanity, promoting human rights and building homes for disadvantaged people around the world.
His contributions to peace earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002, and he is widely regarded as the most impactful former American president in history. As the world mourns the loss of this remarkable leader, the Carter Center will provide updates on activities and ceremonies to honor his legacy in the coming days.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
