Jimmy Carter

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Jimmy Carter: The Centennial Legend Who Danced with 17 Presidents!

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Jimmy Carter celebrates his 100th birthday - the first ex-president to reach this monumental milestone! Join us for a nostalgic trip through a century that witnessed his remarkable life and legacy!

Former US President Jimmy Carter has reached a remarkable milestone, celebrating his 100th birthday on October 1, 2024. The Georgia native, who became the 39th commander-in-chief, is not only the first former president to hit this century mark, but he has also lived in his beloved hometown of Plains for over 80 of those years. Despite facing health issues and being in hospice care, his resilience continues to inspire millions around the globe. As tributes pour in, they paint a picture of a leader who has transcended politics to become a beacon of humanitarianism and environmental advocacy.

Throughout his tumultuous presidency from 1977 to 1981, Carter's policies were marked by both challenges and triumphs. As we reflect on his life, it’s fascinating to note that his journey has overlapped with 17 other U.S. Presidents! Talk about a historical rollercoaster! From Nixon to Biden, the political landscape has transformed dramatically since Carter took office, and his longevity has allowed him to witness these monumental changes first-hand. His impact does not just stop at the Oval Office; his post-presidency years have been filled with tireless efforts in humanitarian work, including building homes with Habitat for Humanity and promoting global health initiatives.

What if Jimmy Carter had retained the presidency beyond his single term? Imagining the realm of possibilities leads to an intriguing exercise in alternative history. Perhaps the 1980s would have been marked by different social and economic dynamics—would we have avoided the rise of Reaganomics? The question illuminates not just what could have been but highlights how Carter's values stand in stark contrast to some of the subsequent administrations, especially concerning integrity and social equity.

As Carter blows out the candles on his 100th birthday cake, it's the perfect time to acknowledge the unique trajectory of his life. Did you know that he's the longest-living U.S. president in history? And not only does he celebrate this personal milestone, but he has also received heartfelt tributes worldwide, showcasing the global respect and admiration he commands. His centennial birthday reminds us that leadership is more than holding office; it's about legacy, love, and the enduring spirit of service that connects generations. In a world often dominated by headlines of division, Carter's lifetime of fostering unity during times of turmoil serves as a poignant reminder that kindness and care for humanity always win, even after 100 years!

Former US president Jimmy Carter celebrates 100th birthday (Braintree and Witham Times)

The Georgia Democrat and 39th president was born on October 1 1924 in Plains, where he has lived more than 80 of his 100 years.

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Jimmy Carter turns 100, the first former president to do so (CBS News)

Former President Jimmy Carter has defied the odds in hospice care and reached his 100th birthday.

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100-year-old Jimmy Carter's life has overlapped with these 17 other ... (NBC Bay Area)

Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, has lived long enough to overlap with 17 other commanders-in-chief.

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What Jimmy Carter taught me about leadership (Fast Company)

The many recent tributes to President Jimmy Carter on the occasion of his 100th birthday today highlight his work as a humanitarian, environmentalist, ...

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What if Jimmy Carter had a second term? '80s would have been very ... (Newsweek)

What if, instead of losing to Ronald Reagan in 1980, Carter, who turned 100 on Tuesday, had secured a second term as president?

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Jimmy Carter becomes first president to turn 100 (Fox News)

Carter remains under home hospice care in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, where he has lived since the culmination of his presidency in 1981. This upcoming ...

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Photos: As Jimmy Carter celebrates his 100th birthday, a look ... (WHRO)

Former President Jimmy Carter speaks to the congregation at Maranatha Baptist Church before teaching Sunday school. Paul Hennessy. /. NurPhoto via Getty Images.

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How the US has changed in Jimmy Carter's lifetime (centralfifetimes.com)

NBC first debuted a red-and-blue electoral map in the 1976 election between then-president Gerald Ford, a Republican, and Mr Carter, the Democratic challenger.

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Former President Jimmy Carter turns 100: What to know about his ... (WABC-TV)

Rosalynn Carter died on Nov. 19, 2023, two days after the Carter family announced publicly that their matriarch had started hospice care as well. She was later ...

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100-year-old Jimmy Carter's life has overlapped with these 17 other ... (NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)

Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, has lived long enough to overlap with 17 other commanders-in-chief.

Former President Jimmy Carter Turns 100 Years Old Today (The Carter Center)

ATLANTA — Today, The Carter Center and the world celebrate the 100th birthday of former President Jimmy Carter. As the longest-living U.S. president in ...

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Jimmy Carter, former US president, turns 100 (BBC News)

Carter, a Democrat who served in the White House from 1977 to 1981, has spent the past 19 months in hospice care in his home state of Georgia. But the former ...

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Jimmy Carter Turns 100: Birthday Greetings to a Man Who Has More ... (WhoWhatWhy)

He took a unique route to redemption, building up the most exemplary post-presidency in American history.

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Family, supporters celebrate Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday (KXLF Butte News)

Former President Jimmy Carter turns 100 on Tuesday, and his family and supporters are marking the occasion by rallying for the causes close to Carter.

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Photos: As Jimmy Carter celebrates his 100th birthday, a look ... (KUAR)

Former President Jimmy Carter speaks to the congregation at Maranatha Baptist Church before teaching Sunday school. Paul Hennessy. /. NurPhoto via Getty Images.

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Longest living former US President Jimmy Carter turns 100 (Aljazeera.com)

Carter served only one term but built lasting legacy of promoting human rights, including through criticism of Israel.

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Jimmy Carter 'can't even talk on the phone,' grandson says in ... (The Independent)

As America celebrates its longest-lived former president Jimmy Carter on his 100th birthday, his grandson warned that he is “very limited in what he can do.

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Jimmy Carter becomes the first former US president to turn 100 (The Guardian)

Fellow presidents Joe Biden and Barack Obama wish Carter well, praising him as 'a moral force for our nation and world'

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Portland family remembers President Jimmy Carter's sleepover at ... (OPB News)

On May 4, 1978, President Jimmy Carter stayed overnight at the Portland home of Janet and Paul Olson. The event created big crowds, Secret Service activities ...

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Photos: As Jimmy Carter celebrates his 100th birthday, a look ... (Public Radio Tulsa)

Former President Jimmy Carter speaks to the congregation at Maranatha Baptist Church before teaching Sunday school. Paul Hennessy. /. NurPhoto via Getty Images.

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King conveys admiration for ex-president Jimmy Carter in 100th ... (centralfifetimes.com)

Mr Carter became the first former American president to become a centenarian when he reached his milestone age on Tuesday. It is understood Charles's message ...

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King conveys admiration for ex-president Jimmy Carter in 100th ... (Irvine Times)

Mr Carter became the first former American president to become a centenarian when he reached his milestone age on Tuesday. It is understood Charles's message ...

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Jimmy Carter and his hometown of Plains celebrate the 39th ... (KRMG)

The Democrat served one presidential term from 1977 to 1981 and then for four decades led The Carter Center, which he and his wife Rosalynn co-founded in 1982 ...

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Former US president Jimmy Carter celebrates 100th birthday (centralfifetimes.com)

The Georgia Democrat and 39th president was born on October 1 1924 in Plains, where he has lived more than 80 of his 100 years.

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King conveys admiration for ex-president Jimmy Carter in 100th ... (Braintree and Witham Times)

Mr Carter became the first former American president to become a centenarian when he reached his milestone age on Tuesday. It is understood Charles's message ...

Jimmy Carter and his hometown of Plains celebrate the 39th ... (Corsicana Daily Sun)

Former president Jimmy Carter has reached his 100th birthday. It is the first time an American president has lived a full century, a life that took the ...

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Video shows former president Jimmy Carter celebrating his 100th ... (The Independent)

Carter's birthday was marked by a four-plane military flyover of his Georgia home.

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Jimmy Carter: A Centennial Assessment: I thank him for his long ... (The Beacon)

Presidential scholars mostly consider Carter to have been a mediocre president. In two of his four presidential years, the unemployment rate averaged above 7 ...

The B-52s, Carlene Carter and others play concert for Jimmy ... (KUAR)

Former President Jimmy Carter turned 100 on Tuesday. Some of his favorite musicians recently celebrated the man dubbed the "rock 'n' roll president."

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Jimmy Carter wore a sweater — and ignited years of Republican ... (Malone Telegram)

Less than two weeks into his presidency, Jimmy Carter sat before a crackling fire in a cardigan sweater and asked Americans to make sacrifices in the face ...

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Unique Trivia About Jimmy Carter To Know About: Ex-President ... (International Business Times UK)

Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, is celebrating his 100th birthday. His life has been dedicated to human rights and public service.

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Jimmy Carter At 100: 39th POTUS' On Screen, 'SNL,' 'Agro' & More (Deadline)

Former president Jimmy Carter left a legacy on pop culture in addition to U.S. politics.

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