Former US President Jimmy Carter: The Carter Center announced on Saturday that former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, the longest-living American president at 98 years old, has entered home hospice care in Plains, Georgia.
According to the statement, Carter “chose to spend his remaining time at home with his family and accept hospice care instead of more medical intervention” following a string of brief hospital stints.
The 39th President is fully supported by his medical staff, according to the statement, and his family “asks for quiet at this time and is appreciative for the care exhibited by his many supporters.”
Former US President Jimmy Carter Brief History
A brief biography of Former US President Jimmy Carter including political career, family, achievements, awards, education, and controversy.
Jimmy Carter is an American politician, philanthropist, and former president of the United States, who served from 1977 to 1981. He was born on October 1, 1924, in Plains, Georgia, and was the oldest of four children.
He grew up in a farming family and attended Georgia Southwestern College and the Georgia Institute of Technology before graduating from the United States Naval Academy in 1946.
Carter served in the Navy until 1953 when his father’s death forced him to return home to Georgia and take over the family peanut farm. In 1962, he was elected to the Georgia State Senate, where he served for two terms before being elected Governor of Georgia in 1970.
During his time as governor, he emphasized environmental protection, education reform, and ethics in government.
In 1976, Carter was elected President of the United States, defeating incumbent Gerald Ford in a close race. As president, he prioritized human rights, energy independence, and diplomacy, and oversaw the Camp David Accords between Israel and Egypt.
He also faced a number of challenges during his presidency, including the Iranian hostage crisis and high inflation rates.
Former US President Jimmy Carter Achievements
After leaving office, Carter continued his work in humanitarian causes, including the founding of the Carter Center, which focuses on promoting democracy, human rights, and public health worldwide. He has received numerous awards and honors for his work, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.
Despite his achievements, Carter’s presidency was also marked by controversy. His handling of the Iranian hostage crisis was criticized, as were his domestic policies, which were seen by some as ineffective in addressing issues such as inflation and unemployment.
Additionally, his administration was plagued by allegations of political and personal scandals, including the Iran-Contra affair and accusations of infidelity.
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