Jimmy Carter Celebrates 100th Birthday in Georgia

Jimmy Carter celebrated his 100th birthday on October 1, becoming the first American president to reach this milestone. Family and friends gathered in Plains, Georgia, for a bittersweet celebration, marking the first birthday without his late wife, Rosalynn. President Joe Biden paid tribute to Carter, emphasizing his enduring moral clarity and commitment to humanitarian work through The Carter Center and Habitat for Humanity. Despite facing health challenges, including a hospital stay in 2023, Carter's resilience remains evident, as he expressed a desire to vote in the upcoming presidential election. His legacy, characterized by a focus on human rights and social welfare during his presidency from 1977 to 1981, continues to inspire generations. Carter's contributions to peace and democracy have been recognized globally, culminating in a Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.